Optibac Probiotics Babies & Children

£9.99 GBP
£9.99 GBP
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Dietary Information

Vegetarian

Allergen Information

Gluten Free Wheat Free Nut Free Egg Free Celery Free Lupin Free Mustard Free Sesame Free Sulphite Free Fish Free Peanut Free Sugar Free

Ingredients

Fructooligosaccharides (FOS), Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG®) (3 billion CFU per sachet), Bifidobacterium longum BB536 (2 billion CFU per sachet), silicon dioxide.

Contraindications

Not suitable for individuals with known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients. If your child has a serious underlying health condition, is immunocompromised, or has a central venous catheter, consult a healthcare professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose.

Suggested Use

Give 1 sachet daily. For babies, dissolve in breast milk, formula, or cooled boiled water. For older children, mix into food, juice, or a cool drink. Suitable from birth to 12 years. Store in a cool, dry place. No refrigeration required.

Description

From the moment of birth, a child's gut microbiome begins its journey - shaped by delivery method, feeding choices, environment, and the inevitable rounds of illness and antibiotics that come with early childhood. Optibac Probiotics Babies & Children is formulated to support gut health throughout this critical developmental window, providing a blend of live cultures appropriate for babies from birth up to children aged 12.

Available in 10 and 30 sachet formats, this product is one of the most widely used children's probiotics recommended by healthcare professionals in the UK. The powder sachets dissolve easily in milk, water, or soft foods, making them practical for babies and young children who cannot yet swallow capsules or chew gummies.

Strains Researched in Children

The strains in Babies & Children are not simply carried over from adult formulations - they have been specifically studied in paediatric populations. Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG) is one of the most extensively researched probiotic strains in infants and children, with clinical evidence for its role in reducing the duration of acute diarrhoea, supporting recovery from antibiotic treatment, and contributing to general digestive comfort. The formula also includes Bifidobacterium longum BB536, a strain well represented in the infant gut and supported by research in this age group.

Many parents use Babies & Children during and after antibiotic courses - a particularly important time to support the gut microbiome, as antibiotics can significantly reduce microbial diversity in children's guts. Others use it as a preventative measure during the winter months or nursery/school transitions when children are exposed to more pathogens and are at higher risk of digestive disruption.

Gentle Formula for Sensitive Digestive Systems

The sachets are free from dairy, gluten, soya, and artificial additives. The formula is unflavoured and neutral in taste, so it can be added to food or drink without affecting the flavour - an important consideration for fussy eaters. No refrigeration is required, which makes the sachets practical for nursery bags, travel, and on-the-go use.

The 10-sachet pack provides a focused course for acute situations such as antibiotic treatment, while the 30-sachet pack is suited to ongoing daily use or a longer preventative protocol.

Supporting Children From Their First Days

A healthy gut microbiome in childhood provides a foundation for long-term health. Research continues to highlight the links between early microbiome development and outcomes including immune function, allergy risk, and even cognitive development. Optibac Babies & Children is a simple, safe, and effective way to support your child's gut throughout the years when it matters most.

Optibac Probiotics Babies & Children

£9.99 GBP

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