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LactoWel®

LactoWel® combines defined probiotic microorganisms with selected botanical extracts to provide multi-pathway support for intestinal microbiota, digestive function, gut-barrier integrity, and normal immune function in cats and dogs.

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What Is It Used For?

LactoWel® is formulated to support intestinal microbiota, normal digestive function, and the gut–immune axis as part of a broader gastrointestinal wellness approach.

Probiotic Approach

The probiotic microorganisms in the formula support intestinal microbiota and normal digestive function. The probiotic bacteria used in LactoWel® are non-spore-forming, vegetative bacteria.

Botanical Support

LactoWel® is not a probiotic-only formula. Selected botanical extracts complement the probiotic component as part of a broader gastrointestinal support strategy.

Gut-Barrier Support

A balanced intestinal microbiota and normal gastrointestinal function play important roles in maintaining gut-barrier integrity. LactoWel® is designed to provide nutritional support for this interconnected system.

Gut–Immune Axis

The gastrointestinal tract, intestinal microbiota, and immune system are closely interconnected. LactoWel® therefore supports normal immune function through a gut-centered nutritional approach rather than making an absolute immune-boosting claim.

When May It Be Considered?

  • When intestinal microbiota support is desired
  • As complementary support during digestive irregularity
  • During dietary transitions
  • For gastrointestinal support during stressful periods
  • After antibiotic or antiparasitic use when intestinal support is considered appropriate
  • When stool quality requires additional support
  • When support for normal immune function is desired

Ingredients & Formulation Rationale

A key feature of LactoWel® is the combination of probiotic microorganisms and selected botanical extracts within the same formulation.

Probiotic Pathway

Enterococcus faecium NCIMB 10415 and Lactobacillus plantarum DSM 12837 are the defined probiotic strains used to support intestinal microbiota and normal digestive function.

Gastrointestinal Botanical Support

Plantain, oregano, calendula, and yarrow form part of the botanical group selected to complement gastrointestinal wellness.

Normal Immune Function

Echinacea and selected botanicals complement the formulation's support for normal immune function.

Botanical Antioxidant Support

Eucalyptus, pine leaf, maple leaf, birch root, and other botanicals contribute to the formula's broader botanical-support profile.

Combining probiotic and botanical components allows LactoWel® to be positioned as a broader gastrointestinal-support formula rather than only a source of probiotic microorganisms.

Formulation approach: LactoWel® follows the support pathway intestinal microbiota → digestive function → gut-barrier integrity → normal immune function. It is intended to support normal gastrointestinal and immune function, not to treat disease or claim to “boost” immunity.

General Ingredients

LactoWel® combines probiotic microorganisms with selected botanical extracts.

Probiotic Microorganisms

Each tablet provides a minimum of 1 × 10⁶ CFU viable probiotics.

Enterococcus faeciumNCIMB 10415 (4b1705)
Lactobacillus plantarumDSM 12837 (1k2079)

Botanical Ingredients

1. EchinaceaBotanical extract
2. PlantainBotanical extract
3. OreganoBotanical extract
4. EucalyptusBotanical extract
5. Pine LeafBotanical extract
6. CudweedBotanical extract
7. CalendulaBotanical extract
8. YarrowBotanical extract
9. Maple LeafBotanical extract
10. Birch RootBotanical extract

Veterinary Approach

Persistent diarrhea, recurrent vomiting, poor appetite, weight loss, hematochezia, melena, or recurrent gastrointestinal problems should be evaluated by a veterinarian to identify the underlying cause.

LactoWel® does not replace diagnosis, fluid therapy, an appropriate diet, antimicrobial treatment, or other necessary veterinary care.

Directions for Use

LactoWel® is supplied in tablet form.

Cats: 1 tablet per administration.

Dogs: 1 tablet per 10 kg body weight per administration.

  • Up to 10 kg: 1 tablet
  • 10–20 kg: 2 tablets
  • 20–30 kg: 3 tablets
  • 30–40 kg: 4 tablets
  • 40–50 kg: 5 tablets
  • 50–120 kg: 5 tablets
Frequency

Administer twice daily: morning – evening.

Duration

General use: at least 7–10 days. Duration may be adjusted according to veterinary assessment.

Brief Product Summary

LactoWel® combines two defined probiotic strains with selected botanical extracts in a multi-pathway gastrointestinal-support formula. It is designed to support intestinal microbiota, digestive function, gut-barrier integrity, and normal immune function through the gut–immune axis. It does not replace diagnosis or necessary veterinary treatment.