VSL 3 Lite Capsule

Live Freeze Dried Lactic Acid Bacteria and Bifidobacteria (40Billion CFU)

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VSL 3 Lite Capsule has good bacteria that have gastrointestinal (GI) protective properties and maintain a healthy digestive tract (stomach and intestines). It is used to treat irritable bowel syndrome (symptoms include abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, diarrhea, or constipation) and ulcerative colitis.

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini, MMST, MBBS,
Reviewed By Dr. Sachin Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS,
Last updated on 23 Jan 2026 | 10:15 AM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Live Freeze Dried Lactic Acid Bacteria and Bifidobacteria (40Billion CFU)

Marketer

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Storage

Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.

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Product introduction

VSL 3 Lite Capsule may be taken with or without food. Take it in a dose and for the duration as advised by the doctor. Keep using the medication as directed until your doctor advises you to discontinue it. Consult your doctor if you are taking any other medicine, especially steroids or antibiotics, along with this medicine.

There is limited data on the side effects of VSL 3 Lite Capsule. Let your doctor know if you experience any symptoms while taking the medicine. They may be able to suggest ways to treat or manage the side effects.

Inform your doctor about any existing medical conditions before starting this medication. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before using this medicine to make sure it is safe for them.

Uses of VSL 3 Lite Capsule

Benefits of VSL 3 Lite Capsule

Treatment of Irritable bowel syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory disease of the large intestine (colon) that usually needs long term management. This can lead to bleeding, frequent diarrhea and abdominal pain. VSL 3 Lite Capsule can relieve these symptoms effectively. Continue taking VSL 3 Lite Capsule for as long as the doctor may advise you to. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.

Treatment of Ulcerative colitis
Ulcerative colitis is a disease of the large intestine (colon) and rectum in which the lining of the bowel becomes red and swollen. This can lead to bleeding, frequent diarrhea and abdominal pain. VSL 3 Lite Capsule contains beneficial bacteria that protect the inner layers of your stomach and intestines. It relieves these symptoms and also helps you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.

Side effects of VSL 3 Lite Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of VSL 3 Lite

Limited data available

How to use VSL 3 Lite Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. VSL 3 Lite Capsule may be taken with or without food.

How VSL 3 Lite Capsule works

VSL 3 Lite Capsule is a probiotic. It contains healthy bacteria that stick to the walls of the digestive tract. This forms a barrier that protects the inner layer of the gut against harmful bacteria and other toxic substances that may upset your digestive system.

Quick tips

Take VSL 3 Lite Capsule at least 2 hours before or after antibiotics. This is because taking VSL 3 Lite Capsule along with the antibiotics can reduce their effectiveness.
Avoid taking VSL 3 Lite Capsule along with steroids (medications that weaken the immune system), as they might increase the chances of getting sick.
Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding to make sure it is safe for you.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Alcohol should be used with caution while taking VSL 3 Lite Capsule.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

VSL 3 Lite Capsule is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.

Driving

SAFE

VSL 3 Lite Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

VSL 3 Lite Capsule is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

VSL 3 Lite Capsule is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.

Frequently asked questions

Is VSL 3 Lite Capsule a probiotic?

Yes, VSL 3 Lite Capsule is a probiotic, the opposite of an antibiotic. Probiotics are “good bacteria” that help maintain digestive health and boost the immune system. Generally, probiotics are used in cases where the normal bacteria are killed due to some disease or medicine. For example, taking antibiotics can kill the disease-causing bacteria as well as normal bacteria present in the gastrointestinal tract. Hence, to counter such an imbalance of good bacteria, taking probiotics while you are on antibiotics can help.

Can VSL 3 Lite Capsule cause diarrhea?

Generally, VSL 3 Lite Capsule is considered safe when taken by mouth appropriately. However, in some people, it can cause an upset stomach, which may result in diarrhea, bloating, and flatulence (accumulation of gas).

How long should VSL 3 Lite Capsule be taken?

Usually, full benefits with VSL 3 Lite Capsule can be observed in one month. This is because a minimum of four weeks is required to allow the colonization of the gut by good bacteria to become stable. However, you need to keep a record of whether there is an improvement in your symptoms or not. The dose of the medicine should be taken as recommended by your doctor or the manufacturer.

Can I take antibiotic and probiotic at the same time?

Taking antibiotics along with VSL 3 Lite Capsule might reduce the effectiveness of VSL 3 Lite Capsule. To avoid this interaction, keep a minimum of a 2-hour gap (before or after) between the two.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Biological extracts

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Probiotics

Related lab tests

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Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate

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User feedback

Patients taking VSL 3 Lite Capsule

Once A Day

72%

Twice A Day

24%

Thrice A Day

Twice A Week

What are you using VSL 3 Lite Capsule for?

Irritable bowel syndrome

70%

Ulcerative colitis

30%

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

78%

Average

22%

What were the side-effects while using VSL 3 Lite Capsule?

No Side Effect

100%

How do you take VSL 3 Lite Capsule?

Empty stomach

67%

With food

33%

Please rate VSL 3 Lite Capsule on price

Not Expensive

56%

Average

22%

Expensive

22%

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Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: Khasra No. 1335-1340,Near EPIP- I, Vill - Bhatoli Kalan ,Baddi, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, 173205 || Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of VSL 3 Lite Capsule

Benefits of VSL 3 Lite Capsule

Side effects of VSL 3 Lite Capsule

How to use VSL 3 Lite Capsule

How VSL 3 Lite Capsule works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

Is VSL 3 Lite Capsule a probiotic?

Can VSL 3 Lite Capsule cause diarrhea?

How long should VSL 3 Lite Capsule be taken?

Can I take antibiotic and probiotic at the same time?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Anti Neutrophilic Cytoplasmic Antibody - P

C- Reactive Protein Quantitative

Complete Blood Count

Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate

References

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