Description
SACCHAROMYCES
BOULARDII
Probiotic, Non-Colonizing Yeast Supplement
Saccharomyces
boulardii is a non-pathogenic yeast that is recognized
to have probiotic effectiveness used alone and/or in
combination with other probiotics to support digestion.
It usefulness was discovered by a group of French physicians
investigating intestinal issues.
DESCRIPTION/CHARACTERISTICS
Saccharomyces
boulardii is considered a non-pathogenic, non-colonizing
baker's yeast species, which is very closely related
to brewer's yeast also known as S. cervesiae. The S.
boulardii, although it is recognized as a yeast, is
not related to the Candida species (Candida albicans,
tropicalas, etc.), which can cause pathogenic infections
in the gastrointestinal and genitourinary tracts.
S. boulardii is a unique probiotic in that it is known
to survive gastric acidity, it is not adversely affected
or inhibited by antibiotics and does not alter or adversely
affect the normal flora in the bowel. For this reason
good friendly probiotic organisms (including Lactobacillus
and Bifidobacterium) can be taken at the same time as
S. boulardii.
For optimal results it is recommended that the capsule
be taken between meals, on an empty stomach, with un-chilled
water. Each size #3 Vegetable capsule contains 3 billion
CFU (colony forming units).
POSSIBLE
SIDE EFFECTS
S.
boulardii should only be taken under the guidance and
direction of a health care practitioner. This supplement
is generally well tolerated; however, if any of the
following symptoms occur, then stop and contact your
physician: hives, rash, or itchy swollen skin, breathing
problems or tightness in throat or chest. These symptoms
may indicate an allergic reaction which may require
medical attention or require that the product be discontinued.
Other possible side effects may include gastrointestinal
symptoms such as flatulence (gas) and constipation.
Do
not take the S. boulardii supplementation at the same
time as any prescription antifungals like Nystatin,
Diflucan, Sporonox, etc. Antifungals are recognized
to kill S. boulardii and thus should be taken at a different
time of the day (separated by 2 to 3 hours) as is recommended
by the physician.
STORAGE
Keep
the bottle in a cool dry area. The product may be refrigerated
and Kirkman actually recommends this for maximum stability.
Store away from heat or direct sunlight as heat can
adversely affect the potency of the supplement.
SCIENTIFIC
STUDIES IN SUPPORT OF SACCHAROMYCES BOULARDII
There
is a growing body of documentation in the scientific
and medical literature pertaining to the role of S.
boulardii in supporting intestinal health issues.
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