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Posted 11/5/2009 7:15 AM (GMT -5)
Hello Everyone!

I just went to the GI yesterday and asked him about probiotics. He wants me to try Align and gave me a bunch of sample packs. I am eager to try them but nervous that they are going to make my symptoms worse. I have had Crohn's Colitis for 10 years but am in a flare right now that I just can't seem to beat. My GI now thinks I may have IBS-d as well, so he said Align could help.

Does anyone have any information/suggestions? How long should I stick with Align before I give up? I've got high hopes but am prepared for the usual of things not working...

Thanks in advance!

Stephanie

Posted 11/5/2009 7:48 AM (GMT -5)
I have used it in the past with no side effects. I use phillips colon health now because I can get a big bottle at costco for a good price. But align seemed to work just as well.
Posted 11/5/2009 9:11 AM (GMT -5)
I've been using Align for a couple of months. I'm really happy with it. I've never had any negative side effects from it.
Posted 11/5/2009 10:09 AM (GMT -5)
Align was the first probiotic I took. It did work well but I decided to go to one with more bacteria. I will say it took about 1-2 weeks to see real improvement and I was a bit gassy and bloated the first few days. So don't worry if that increases a bit, it will settle down.

I was taking no other meds at the time (I had not been to the GI yet and I started the Align on my own) and it helped by itself. Everyone is different but I really hope it helps you!

Good luck!
Posted 11/5/2009 10:11 AM (GMT -5)
I've on Align right now... not really seeing anything.. been on it for a while I am in a flair though so I know it's not gonna take me out of a flair.. never had any negative side effects though
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