Overview

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 47 Researches
7.3
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 4 Reviews
8
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Vegetable Capsule
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Advanced 40+ Acidophilus 1.5 billion CFUproviding:Lactobacillus. acidophilus, (LA-5®)300 million CFULactobacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG®)300 million CFULactobacillus paracasei (L. CASEI 431®)300 million CFU Bifidobacterium lactis (BB-12®)300 million CFUStreptococcus thermophilus, (TH-4®)300 million CFU
2.4 mg
**

Top Medical Research Studies

9
Effective treatment for IBS-C
We aimed to understand how Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus IDCC 3201 (RH 3201) affects irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) through a thorough study. In a randomized, double-blind trial, 30 participants took either RH 3201 or a placebo for 8 weeks.

Those taking RH 3201 experienced significant improvements, including fewer bowel discomforts and reduced bloating issues. We also observed an increase in certain beneficial gut bacteria and a link between specific metabolites and symptom relief. Overall, RH 3201 shows promise as an effective treatment for IBS-C.
Read More
9
Lactobacillus drink benefits IBS-C
We explored the impact of a Lactobacillus-containing cultured milk drink on individuals with constipation-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-C). Over 30 days, participants consumed this drink daily while we assessed their clinical symptoms and inflammatory markers.

Impressively, 97.4% reported improvement in symptoms, along with noticeable reductions in intestinal transit time and fecal pH. Evidence also showed lowered levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines in IBS-C participants, supporting potential adjunctive benefits of this treatment for IBS-C patients.
Read More
9
Probiotics improve IBS symptoms
This study looked into the effects of two probiotic strains, DDS-1 and UABla-12, on alleviating abdominal pain and other IBS symptoms.

We observed that participants taking these probiotics experienced notable reductions in pain severity and overall symptom scores compared to those receiving a placebo.

Specifically, both probiotic groups reported improved bowel habits and stool consistency, enhancing quality of life for adults facing IBS.

Overall, the results suggest that these probiotic strains can be beneficial for managing symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.
Read More

Most Useful Reviews

9
Convenient effectiveness
4 people found this helpful
This is the finest quality product I have tried among all probiotics, even better than those from pharmacies! It's highly convenient for travel, as it doesn't require refrigeration. It significantly assists me with my irritable bowel syndrome.
Read More
7.5
Highly recommended
1 people found this helpful
A fantastic product that's easy to swallow and reasonably sized. It aids my digestive system exceptionally well, helping with constipation and bowel movements without causing dependency or leaving an aftertaste. The quality is excellent, and I highly recommend it.
Read More
6
Improved constipation
This probiotic may help due to the beneficial gut bacteria it contains for managing bowel movements and digestion. While I'm unsure of its efficacy for others, I noticed improvements in my constipation after using it.
Read More

Medical Researches

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 47 Researches
7.3
  • All Researches
9.5
Effective probiotic IBS treatment
This randomized, single-blinded trial evaluated the impact of probiotics, specifically Lactobacillus acidophilus and plantarum, on patients with diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-D).

We found that when added to standard IBS treatment, these probiotics significantly improved symptoms over a 12-week period.

Group B, the probiotic group, experienced better results, including fewer days with pain and greater satisfaction with bowel habits. While both groups saw reductions in IBS severity, the probiotics led to complete remission in many patients, which is promising for future treatment guidelines.
Read More
9.5
Effective probiotic IBS treatment
This randomized, single-blinded trial evaluated the impact of probiotics, specifically Lactobacillus acidophilus and plantarum, on patients with diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-D).

We found that when added to standard IBS treatment, these probiotics significantly improved symptoms over a 12-week period.

Group B, the probiotic group, experienced better results, including fewer days with pain and greater satisfaction with bowel habits. While both groups saw reductions in IBS severity, the probiotics led to complete remission in many patients, which is promising for future treatment guidelines.
Read More
9
Lactobacillus drink benefits IBS-C
We explored the impact of a Lactobacillus-containing cultured milk drink on individuals with constipation-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-C). Over 30 days, participants consumed this drink daily while we assessed their clinical symptoms and inflammatory markers.

Impressively, 97.4% reported improvement in symptoms, along with noticeable reductions in intestinal transit time and fecal pH. Evidence also showed lowered levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines in IBS-C participants, supporting potential adjunctive benefits of this treatment for IBS-C patients.
Read More
9
Probiotics improve IBS symptoms
This study looked into the effects of two probiotic strains, DDS-1 and UABla-12, on alleviating abdominal pain and other IBS symptoms.

We observed that participants taking these probiotics experienced notable reductions in pain severity and overall symptom scores compared to those receiving a placebo.

Specifically, both probiotic groups reported improved bowel habits and stool consistency, enhancing quality of life for adults facing IBS.

Overall, the results suggest that these probiotic strains can be beneficial for managing symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.
Read More
9
Effective treatment for IBS-C
We aimed to understand how Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus IDCC 3201 (RH 3201) affects irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) through a thorough study. In a randomized, double-blind trial, 30 participants took either RH 3201 or a placebo for 8 weeks.

Those taking RH 3201 experienced significant improvements, including fewer bowel discomforts and reduced bloating issues. We also observed an increase in certain beneficial gut bacteria and a link between specific metabolites and symptom relief. Overall, RH 3201 shows promise as an effective treatment for IBS-C.
Read More

User Reviews

USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 4 Reviews
8
  • All Reviews
  • Positive Reviews
  • Negative Reviews
9
Convenient effectiveness
4 people found this helpful
This is the finest quality product I have tried among all probiotics, even better than those from pharmacies! It's highly convenient for travel, as it doesn't require refrigeration. It significantly assists me with my irritable bowel syndrome.
Read More
7.5
Highly recommended
1 people found this helpful
A fantastic product that's easy to swallow and reasonably sized. It aids my digestive system exceptionally well, helping with constipation and bowel movements without causing dependency or leaving an aftertaste. The quality is excellent, and I highly recommend it.
Read More
6
Improved constipation
This probiotic may help due to the beneficial gut bacteria it contains for managing bowel movements and digestion. While I'm unsure of its efficacy for others, I noticed improvements in my constipation after using it.
Read More
2
No improvements
I suffer from constipation and have been trying various remedies to enhance my bowel movements. After a month of taking this product, I noticed no changes. Unfortunately, it didn’t seem compatible with my intestines.
Read More

Frequently Asked Questions

9
Convenient effectiveness
4 people found this helpful
This is the finest quality product I have tried among all probiotics, even better than those from pharmacies! It's highly convenient for travel, as it doesn't require refrigeration. It significantly assists me with my irritable bowel syndrome.
6
Improved constipation
This probiotic may help due to the beneficial gut bacteria it contains for managing bowel movements and digestion. While I'm unsure of its efficacy for others, I noticed improvements in my constipation after using it.
2
No improvements
I suffer from constipation and have been trying various remedies to enhance my bowel movements. After a month of taking this product, I noticed no changes. Unfortunately, it didn’t seem compatible with my intestines.
7.5
Highly recommended
1 people found this helpful
A fantastic product that's easy to swallow and reasonably sized. It aids my digestive system exceptionally well, helping with constipation and bowel movements without causing dependency or leaving an aftertaste. The quality is excellent, and I highly recommend it.
9.5
Effective probiotic IBS treatment
This randomized, single-blinded trial evaluated the impact of probiotics, specifically Lactobacillus acidophilus and plantarum, on patients with diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-D).

We found that when added to standard IBS treatment, these probiotics significantly improved symptoms over a 12-week period.

Group B, the probiotic group, experienced better results, including fewer days with pain and greater satisfaction with bowel habits. While both groups saw reductions in IBS severity, the probiotics led to complete remission in many patients, which is promising for future treatment guidelines.
8
Lactobacillus acidophilus improves IBS
We aimed to investigate how well the probiotic Neobiotic Lactobalance®, which contains Lactobacillus acidophilus, can relieve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea and antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Over 21 days, 54 participants took one capsule daily. With clear signs of symptom relief, patients reported significant improvements in diarrhea, abdominal pain, and dyspeptic symptoms. Our findings showed a normalization of the intestinal microbiota, indicating that Lactobacillus acidophilus and other included probiotics may effectively support digestive health for those struggling with these conditions.
7
Probiotics affect IBS-D microbiota
We examined how different gut bacteria in patients with diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-D) responded to probiotic treatment. In our study, patients were split into a probiotic group and a placebo group, with fecal samples collected before and after eight weeks.

Although we found changes in fecal bacteria due to probiotics, the results indicated that not all patients benefited equally. We noted specific gut bacteria correlated with symptom relief, pointing to potential indicators for predicting who might not respond to probiotics.
9
Probiotics improve IBS symptoms
This study looked into the effects of two probiotic strains, DDS-1 and UABla-12, on alleviating abdominal pain and other IBS symptoms.

We observed that participants taking these probiotics experienced notable reductions in pain severity and overall symptom scores compared to those receiving a placebo.

Specifically, both probiotic groups reported improved bowel habits and stool consistency, enhancing quality of life for adults facing IBS.

Overall, the results suggest that these probiotic strains can be beneficial for managing symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.

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