What is Probiotics/Prebiotics?
Category: Supplements
Most popular types: Bloem - DarmCare Balans Bimuno Prebiotics Biotics BioDoph 7 Plus Show all
Prebiotics and probiotics can restore the balance of bacteria in the digestive tract. Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that can be found in various foods. Prebiotics are non-digestible foods that make their way through our digestive system and help good bacteria grow and flourish.
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Support digestive health | 15 | 5 | |
| Bowel problems | 7 | 2 | |
| Bowel irritability | 6 | 3 | |
| Constipation | 2 | 0 | |
| Irritable bowel syndrome | 2 | 2 |
- Major
- Moderate
- Slight
- None
- Can't tell
Side effects
Side effects as an overall problem
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 1 | |
| None | 9 |
Commonly reported side effects and conditions associated with Probiotics/Prebiotics
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Bacterial overgrowth syndrome | 1 |
Why patients stopped taking Probiotics/Prebiotics
Multiple reasons could be selected
| Reason | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Expense | 2 | |
| Course of treatment ended | 1 | |
| Other | 1 | |
| Personal research | 1 |
Duration
Stopped taking Probiotics/Prebiotics
| Duration | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 - 6 months | 2 | |
| 2 - 5 years | 3 |
What people switch to and from
Patients started taking Probiotics/Prebiotics after stopping:
| Treatment | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Mineral Supplements (Calcium, Phosphorus, & Magnesium) | 1 | |
| Omeprazole (Prilosec) | 1 |
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