Capsules

• Are the probiotic capsules enteric coated?

  Question: Are the probiotic capsules enteric coated? Answer: Life-Space probiotic capsules are not enteric coated. The probiotic strains in the formulations are inherently highly acid and bile resistant. The capsules used are vegetarian capsules made from hypromellose (HPMC).

• Can I give the capsules to my child instead of the powder?

  Question: Can I give the capsules to my child instead of the powder? Answer: We are unable to advise on giving the probiotic capsules to your child as the capsule products are formulated for adult. It will be best for you to consult your health practitioner on this.

• Can I open the capsule and sprinkle its content over food or beverages?

  Question: Can I open the capsule and sprinkle its content over food or beverages? Answer: Yes. If you have difficulty swallowing capsules, sprinkling the powdered content from the capsule over foods or beverages is also a viable option. Please note that the food or beverage should be at room-tem...

• Can I open the capsule to consume the powder?

  Question: Can I open the capsule to consume the powder? Answer: If you are unable to swallow the capsule, you can open the capsule and consume the powder directly or mix it into food or beverage. However, as probiotics are sensitive to heat, please ensure the temperature of food/beverage is not ...

• What are the capsules made of?

  Question: What are the capsules made of? Answer: The capsules are vegetarian capsules made from hypromellose (HPMC).

• Why do the probiotic capsules become discoloured in my pill box after a few days?

  Question: Why do the probiotic capsules become discoloured in my pill box after a few days? Answer: The probiotics should not be removed from their original packaging as the jar contains desiccants to protect from moisture. If they are placed in a pill box, they are exposed to moisture in the ai...

• Why do the probiotic capsules have a smell?

  Question: Why do the probiotic capsules have a smell? Answer: The smell of the probiotic product stems mainly from the natural smell of the probiotic organisms and hypromellose capsules, and from the vitamins, minerals or herbs (if any).