‡ Among gastroenterologists and doctors who recommended a brand of probiotic in an AlphaImpactRx 2015 survey.
FAQ
Q: How do I know if Align is working for me?
A: With your Align purchase, you'll receive a Daily Digestive Tracker, which will help you see how your symptoms of IBS are improving. For best results, keep taking Align daily.
Q: What happens if I stop taking Align for a few days?
A: Align is most effective when taken daily. If you miss a day, there's no need to take two Align capsules in one day to make up for the capsule you missed. Just start again the next day to stay on track for relief and management of IBS symptoms.
Q: Are there any special instructions for how to take Align?
A: No, you can take Align at any time of the day, with or without food. We recommend that you take Align as part of your daily routine, at a time of day that will be easy to remember—such as when you take your usual vitamins or medications.
Q: Does Align need to be refrigerated?
A: No, it is not necessary to refrigerate Align. Align has been formulated and tested to confirm that it remains effective without refrigeration for a 24-month shelf life. We recommend that Align be kept in the original blister package, as these materials were designed to protect the bacteria from the environment.
Q: How many bacteria are in each capsule of Align?
A: Each Align capsule contains at least 1 x 109 (1 billion) live bacteria at the time of manufacture and 1 x 107 (10 million) live bacteria at expiry date. Align contains an effective level of probiotic bacteria throughout the shelf life of the product.
Q: What are the side effects of Align?
A: In clinical studies, there was no difference in side effects between Align and placebo (sugar pill). Side effects, if they occur, tend to be mild and digestive in nature. As with other probiotics, in the first few days of taking Align, some consumers have reported experiencing some gas and bloating. This may be temporary while your system is adjusting to the probiotic.
Q: Can I take Align if I am pregnant nursing trying to become pregnant?
A: Although Align has not been formally studied during pregnancy, in breastfeeding women, or in women trying to become pregnant, a review of available probiotic data does not suggest cause for concern. As with any proposed dietary change during pregnancy or breastfeeding, ask a healthcare professional before taking Align.
Q: Is there anyone who should not use Align?
A: Individuals who have allergies to milk protein should not use Align, as Align contains trace amounts of milk protein. Align should not be used in patients experiencing nausea, fever, vomiting, bloody diarrhea, or severe abdominal pain. Align should not be used by those that have an immune-compromised condition (e.g., AIDs, lymphoma, patients undergoing long term corticosteroid treatment).