Please note: Exchanges, refunds or returns on these items are not allowed.
Intensive-level Probiotic Formula
These powerful probiotics are for relief of imbalance in microflora through the body including the intestinal tract, bladder, and vagina. These Human Lactic Commensals (HLC) are human-derived strains including Lactobacillus acidophilus and L. bifidus, and the only product line of their kind in North America. All other probiotics are made from animal or dairy strains and may not adhere as well to the human gastrointestinal tract and throughout the body.
HLC Intensive is the highest potency HLC product in a capsule and contains no Fructo-oligosacharides (FOS). Each capsule contains a minimum of 24 billion CFU of L. acidophilus, B. bifidum, B. lactis. Each of the three different strains attach in different areas of the epithelial tissue in the intestinal tract (small and large intestines). This probiotic is a microbial replacement program for the gastrointestinal tract intended for 7 to 14 days depending on the severity of the problem.
HLC organisms successfully used in clinical trial
Virtually 100% survival through stomach when taken after meals
Ability to attach to human epithelial cells
Long shelf stability and full label claim within 6 months at room temperature
Independent verification of specification with every batch
Suitable for vegans
Please note: This item is non-returnable and non-refundable whether opened or not.
Serving Size: 1 capsule Servings Per Container: 30
Amount Per Serving:
HLC LAB4 Consortium—24 billion viable cells
Lactobacillus acidophilus (CUL 60)
Lactobacillus acidophilus (CUL 21)
Bifidobacterium bifidum (CUL 20)
Bifidobacterium lactis (CUL 34)
Other Ingredients: cellulose, silica, vegetable magnesium stearate.
Recommended Intake: 1-4 capsules taken daily after a meal or whenever convenient. These probiotics survive quite well if taken after meals or on an empty stomach.
Contra-indications: None known if recommended intake is followed.
Storage: May contain up to 36 billion viable cells if kept refrigerated. Once removed from refrigerator, product will maintain label potency for 3 months at room temperature.
Contains NO dairy, casein, wheat, gluten, soy, corn, nuts or other common allergens. And are manufactured in a nut free facility.
These are the most potent probiotic capsules you'll find anywhere. They are my favorite since when I need to take probiotics, I want the strongest stuff available. No messing around. They were the probitoics I used in combination with HLC Candaclear while treating BV, and to prevent yeast overgrowth. In addition, I have offered my house guests HLC Intensive when they have serious indigestion, and within 30-60 mintues they have no more symptoms.
HLC Intensive will crowd out yeast and other undesirable organisms in the vaginal canal, bladder, and GI which can result from a weakened immune system, use of antibiotics, poor diet, oral contraceptives, hormone replacement therapy, and chemotherapy. Also helpful for chronic parasitic and fungal infections such as Candida overgrowth.
Intensive Phase Take 2-4 capsules daily with meals for 7-14 days.
Clinical Considerations
Bacterial Vaginosis
Candidiasis or yeast infections
During and post-antibiotic therapy
Acute intestinal upset
Digestive disturbances (bloating, gas)
Parasitic infections
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Bowel problems (constipation, diarrhea, IBS)
Intermediate Phase Take 1-2 capsule daily after all meals.
Clinical Considerations
Preventing reoccuring yeast or bacterial infections (BV)
Are HLC products shipped with an ice pack? Not usually. This is because after extensive product testing and new freeze drying technology performed by Phamax, it was concluded that the ice pack did not make a difference during shipping since the product potency was still well over 100% label claims when shipped with ice or no ice. The manufacturer states that it is no longer necessary to ship the HLC products with an ice pack for these reasons:
Pharmax has added in 50% more probiotic than what the label guarantees per bottle. For example, HLC Caps are guaranteed to have 6 billion L. acidophilus per serving, but there are 12 billion present at time of manufacturing and it is kept frozen until shipping.
October 2004: The manufacturer has increased product stability again, allowing the probiotics to last up to 6 months at room temperature holding their GUARANTEED minimum potency on label!
You will receive your HLC probiotic directly from the manufacturer in about 3-5 days. This product is very fresh and has not been sitting around on our shelves. And, you are guaranteed it will contain 50% more than what the label states.
How do I travel with my HLC probiotics? We highly recommend you take your probiotics with you on all trips and vacations since their potency will last for up to 6 months at room temperature un-refrigerated. But, when possible and if convenient, we recommend you store your probiotics in the freezer or refrigerator, especially if you plan to preserve freshness of your product for months or years.
Summer Shipping/Delivery Schedule JUN – SEPT.
(Saturday delivery is not available)
(Orders received after 1pm EST will be processed the next day)
Monday by 1pm EST
Ground shipping – delivery on Thursday
2nd day shipping – delivery on Wednesday
Overnight – delivery on Tuesday
Tuesday by 1pm EST
Ground shipping – delivery on Friday
2nd day shipping – delivery on Thursday
Overnight – delivery on Wednesday
Wednesday by 1pm EST – only 2nd day & overnight orders will be processed. Orders received after 1pm or which have ground shipping, will be held until the following Monday.
2nd day – delivery on Friday
Overnight – delivery on Thursday
Thursday by 1pm EST - only Overnight orders will be processed. Orders received after 1pm or which have ground shipping or 2nd day, will be held until the following Monday.
Overnight – delivery Friday
Friday – ALL HEAT SENSITIVE ORDERS RECEIVED ON FRIDAY WILL BE HELD FOR SHIPPING UNTIL THE FOLLOWING MONDAY.
I purchased this (along with the whole yeast infection protocol) to help with frequent yeast infections and didn't notice a difference.
Wonderful Product
5/18/2010
Reviewed by RSK from ATLANTA/GA.
Always use after taking antibiotics or any medication
The only product that works for BV
3/25/2010
Reviewed by Lily from Fairfax, VA.
I am finishing my first bottle and never felt better! My BV sypmptoms are none to very little compared to what I had before. About to place an order for more.
Excellent Product
3/23/2010
Reviewed by Russ Katz from Atlanta, GA.
Worked like a charm!
HCL Intensive
1/8/2010
Reviewed by Patty from Fredericksburg, Va 22407.
I am not sure if they really work yet. I have only taken a few because they are soo expensive. Really miss the Candaclear suppositories, would like to see them back for sale they were great.
HLC Intensive
10/28/2009
Reviewed by Lindsay from Pittsburgh, PA.
Anyone who has ever had bv knows how frustrating and annoying it can be. After many rounds of antibiotics I was thankful to learn about this product. It has cured my bv, improved my immune system, and helped with digestion. I found the information about bv helpful and the protocol made perfect sense.
HLC Intensive
7/21/2008
Reviewed by Jean from Tustin, California.
I'm not sure, but I think they are helping. I haven't had any vaginal symptoms in several months, although I've been on the HLC Intensive probably twice that long. I take 5 pills at a time before bed. I had spread them out during the day, but I think more at once is better. If I have to take an antibiotic I take more than the 5 per day. This is expensive, but I found that this kind of price range seems to ensure that I don't have a side effect reaction (probably better absorbed) from a probiotic. If there is a way to get this less expensively (and I order at least 12 bottles at a time) I would really like to know. Thanks. Quality is definitely a 5 star rating. I know it could really cost this much to manufacture, but it costs me a minimum of $150 a month. So I give the cost 3 stars for an overall 4 star rating.
HLC Intensive Probiotics
7/18/2008
Reviewed by Marilyn from West Orange, NJ.
I have been using HLC Intensive Probiotics since July 2005. They are the only probiotics that work for my severe candidiasis. I have tried to switch to something less expensive numerous times, only to have to come back the HLC Intensive. At more than a dollar a capsule they are way too expensive for someone of my income but I have no choice.