Digestive health underpins virtually every aspect of a pet's wellbeing — from nutrient absorption and immune function to mood and coat quality. Dogs and cats experience digestive disruption from diverse causes: dietary changes, antibiotic therapy, stress, inflammatory bowel disease, and the normal microbial shifts that accompany aging. NutriGest Capsules provide a multi-ingredient approach to restoring and maintaining digestive balance, addressing several aspects of GI health simultaneously.
Rx Vitamins NutriGest Capsules combine a clinically relevant probiotic blend with digestive enzymes and prebiotic fibre. The probiotic strains in NutriGest are selected for survival through gastric acid, ensuring meaningful colonization of the lower GI tract. Digestive enzymes (lipase, protease, amylase) support macronutrient breakdown, particularly valuable in patients with exocrine pancreatic insufficiency, chronic diarrhea, or reduced digestive capacity. Prebiotic fibre provides substrate for beneficial bacteria, promoting a healthy microbiome environment over time.
The capsule format allows weight-adjusted dosing and can be opened for mixing into food. The 90-capsule jar provides an extended supply for chronic GI management or a complete course for acute post-antibiotic gut recovery.
- Probiotic blend — beneficial bacteria for microbiome restoration and maintenance
- Digestive enzymes (lipase, protease, amylase) — supports macronutrient breakdown
- Prebiotic fibre — substrates that feed beneficial GI bacteria
- Supports post-antibiotic recovery, chronic GI disease, and dietary transitions
- 90-capsule jar — extended supply for ongoing GI management
Key Ingredients
Multi-strain probiotic blend — Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium species; acid-stable strains selected for GI tract colonization. Digestive enzyme complex — lipase, protease, amylase for fat, protein, and carbohydrate digestion. Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) — prebiotic fibre supporting probiotic colonization and microbial diversity.
Directions for Use
Dose by body weight as directed by your veterinarian. Capsules can be opened and mixed into food. For best probiotic viability, avoid mixing into hot food. Use consistently for at least 4 weeks during initial GI recovery.
Supplement Advisor's Note
Post-antibiotic GI disruption is one of the most common complaints veterinarians hear from pet owners after a course of treatment — loose stools, reduced appetite, and inconsistent motility that can persist for weeks. A probiotic-enzyme combination started on the same day as antibiotics (not the same hour — give a few hours apart to avoid the antibiotics killing the probiotics immediately) significantly shortens the recovery window. For cats with IBD, the enzyme component of NutriGest is particularly valuable as IBD-associated inflammation often impairs both digestive enzyme secretion and intestinal absorption.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I give NutriGest Capsules alongside antibiotics?
- Yes, but separate the doses by 2–3 hours so the antibiotic doesn't destroy the probiotic bacteria before they reach the lower GI tract.
- How does this differ from the NutriGest Powder?
- The formula is equivalent. Capsules allow precise weight-based dosing for larger pets and make long-term daily use convenient; the powder mixes more easily into food for small animals or reluctant capsule-takers.
- How long should I continue NutriGest after antibiotic therapy ends?
- Continue for at least 4 weeks post-antibiotic course to allow microbiome restoration. Pets with recurring GI issues may benefit from ongoing supplementation.
- Is this suitable for cats with IBD?
- Yes. The probiotic and enzyme components both address common deficiencies in IBD-affected cats. Consult your vet regarding concurrent management with immunosuppressive therapy.
- Should it be refrigerated?
- Refrigeration after opening extends probiotic viability. Store away from heat and direct light.
