Adult 1-4 packets daily. Childn 6-12 yr ½-1 packet daily, <6 yr Consult a pediatrician. Bowel regularity: Severe 2 packets in the morning & 2 packets in the evening, mild 1 packet in the morning & 1 packet in the evening, normal 1 packet daily. Growth of good gut bacteriaElderly & individual on medication (eg, antibiotic) 1 packet daily.