Medical Researches
Moderately Effective
Based on 15 Researches
We explored how the probiotic Bifidobacterium longum 5(1A) can affect pneumonia caused by Klebsiella pneumoniae in mice. Our study showed that this treatment led to a quicker resolution of lung inflammation and significantly reduced the bacterial load, ultimately saving 100% of the mice from death.
This protective effect was linked to the activation of the Toll-like receptor signaling pathway. In particular, B. longum 5(1A) helped balance the body's inflammatory response, promoting a faster recovery in the lungs. Overall, our findings suggest that this probiotic could play a beneficial role in enhancing lung health during infections.
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Symbiotics lower postoperative infectionsPerioperative synbiotics administration decreases postoperative infections in patients with colorectal cancer: a randomized, double-blind clinical trial.
Highly relevant to surgical infections
We explored how administering symbiotics, which include Lactobacillus acidophilus, impacts infection rates following colorectal surgery. In a randomized trial with 91 patients, those receiving symbiotics experienced a notable drop in infections compared to the placebo group. Specifically, only 2% of patients on symbiotics developed surgical site infections, whereas 21.4% in the control group did. This indicates that perioperative symbiotic treatment could be beneficial during surgical recovery. However, further research is necessary to confirm these findings.
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Probiotics lower postoperative complicationsA Four-Probiotics Regimen Reduces Postoperative Complications After Colorectal Surgery: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study.
Strong evidence of probiotic effectiveness.
We conducted a double-blind, placebo-controlled study to explore the benefits of a probiotic formulation in patients undergoing colorectal surgery. Patients received either placebo or probiotics containing Lactobacillus acidophilus, L. plantarum, Bifidobacterium lactis, and Saccharomyces boulardii, starting a day before surgery for 15 days afterward.
The results were promising; the probiotics significantly reduced postoperative complications like pneumonia, surgical site infections, and anastomotic leakage. With a lower complication rate and shorter hospital stays for those taking probiotics, the study highlights their potential to enhance recovery after surgery.
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L-C-dots show promise against pneumoniaSynergistic antibacterial effects of carbon dots derived from Lactobacillus acidophilus alone and in combination against carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae.
Relevant for antibiotic resistance research
We examined how carbon dots sourced from Lactobacillus acidophilus might tackle carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae, a tough pneumonia-causing bacteria. Our tests showed that these carbon dots, known as L-C-dots, have strong antibacterial properties and can even work well with regular antibiotics.
Importantly, L-C-dots not only inhibited bacterial growth but also prevented biofilm formation, which is often a barrier to successful treatment. They even helped reduce the expression of specific genes linked to biofilm development.
This research suggests that L-C-dots could be a valuable addition to our arsenal against resistant pneumonia infections.
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We explored the potential of probiotics, specifically Lactobacillus acidophilus, in reducing the severity and frequency of respiratory tract infections in children. Conducted at Abbassi Shaheed Hospital, our study analyzed 70 children over six months who received probiotics for two weeks.
Our results showed a significant decline in respiratory symptoms and infections among the participants. Overall, this suggests that probiotics can indeed play a beneficial role in supporting children's respiratory health.
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User Reviews
Thanks to these probiotics, my child's intestines returned to normal after pneumonia treatment. I now order it once or twice annually for prevention.
Restored intestinal function
Effective. I gave this to my 4-year-old after their microflora was disrupted post-treatment for pneumonia, leading to persistent fungal issues and disturbed stools. This probiotic effectively corrected their intestinal function, and we followed our paediatrician's advice to administer it for three months.
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The texture is a bit unusual, but my 4-year-old enjoys it. I believe it has been beneficial for gastrointestinal health following a week of antibiotics for pneumonia.