VSL 3 is one of the few probiotic preparations supported by Level 1 double-blind, placebo-controlled scientific data, and has been the subject of a collection of more than 80 studies that have demonstrated its efficacy, specifically in the dietary management of IBS, Ulcerative Colitis and Ileal Pouch.
It is the only probiotic recognized as an effective tool in the dietary management of pouchitis by the American College of Gastroenterology2 and by the Cochrane Review3 for the treatment and prevention of pouchtis after ileal pouch-anal anastamosis for chronic ulcerative colitis. VSL 3 products are available online at www.
Physicians and pharmacists interested in additional information about the product can call and consumers may call GET-VSL3 or visit www. Not all uses for bifidobacterium, lactobacillus, and streptococcus have been approved by the FDA. This product should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor. Bifidobacterium, lactobacillus, and streptococcus may also be used for purposes not listed in this product guide.
Before using this product, talk to your healthcare provider. You may not be able to use bifidobacterium, lactobacillus, and streptococcus if you have certain medical conditions. Bifidobacterium, lactobacillus, and streptococcus is available in capsule, tablet, powder, and chewable tablet formulations.
Do not use different formulations at the same time without medical advice. Ask a doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare provider if it is safe for you to use this product if you have:. It is not known whether bifidobacterium, lactobacillus, and streptococcus will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this product without medical advice if you are pregnant.
It is not known whether bifidobacterium, lactobacillus, and streptococcus passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this product without medical advice if you are breast-feeding a baby. Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. How does VSL 3 work? How long do you take VSL 3 for? How is VSL 3 governed? How much does VSL 3 cost? It contains bacteria strains: Streptococcus thermophilus Bifidobacterium breve Bifidobacterium longum Bifidobacterium infantis Lactobacillus paracasei Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp.
Bulgaricus Lactobacillus acidophilus Lactobacillus plantarum Its other ingredients include: VSL 3 regular packets: Lactic acid bacteria, maltose, lemon flavor, silicon dioxide, non-fat dry milk. VSL 3 unflavored packets: Lactic acid bacteria, cornstarch, non-fat dry milk. Microscopic colitis One study has been carried out into VSL 3 and microscopic colitis 7.
What is the research into VSL 3 and other bowel conditions? How is VSL 3 made and who makes it? How does VSL 3 guarantee the number of bacteria in its products? How long do you need to take VSL 3 for? It is recommended to take VSL 3 for at least one month to see the best benefit.
How do you store VSL 3? Where can I buy VSL 3? Buy now. Where can I get more information? Next Symprove probiotic. High-dose probiotics for the treatment of active pouchitis. Dis Colon Rectum. Epub Oct Effect of a probiotic preparation VSL 3 in patients with mild to moderate ulcerative colitis. Korean J Gastroenterol.
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