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Posted 9/2/2018 2:34 PM (GMT -5)
Hi Dr. suggested taking VSL 3 capsules....2 a day. I took them and became so bloated my stomach was swollen pretty big and i became very uncomfortable. Do you actually get used to this and the bloating goes away in time? I was taking a probiotic that a naturapathic Dr gave me. It didn't cause this problem. Any one here on VSL 3 and finding that it helps alot? Thanks
Posted 9/2/2018 10:12 PM (GMT -5)
I tried it and it didn't do anything, but everyone is unique. If your doctor thinks it would be helpful for you, I personally would stick it out for a month or so and see how it goes. Unless it was totally intolerable.
Posted 9/3/2018 5:32 AM (GMT -5)
I took VSL #3 DS and it worked good for me. Since I've been in remission for a few years now, I take the CVS brand pearls and they are working for me.
Posted 9/3/2018 8:28 AM (GMT -5)
Strong probiotics like vsl can cause a lot of gas and bloating. I had crazy flatulence on vsl, my dear wife called me fartzilla lol.

When starting a probiotic, ease into it. Start with half doses for a few days before going full dose. That might help with the bloating/discomfort.

Probiotics work for some but not all. I gave vsl a 1-month trial and then discontinued. All it did was make me gassy. Some swear by probiotics as working great for them. No guarantees on uc-land, but lots of things to give a fair try!
Posted 9/3/2018 11:40 AM (GMT -5)
VSL 3 has some good research behind it. I would suggest buying the powder packets and introducing it slowly until you reach the equivalent dose to what two capsules would be. Then continue on with the capsules after you finish the powder.
Posted 9/3/2018 12:11 PM (GMT -5)
Take the capsules at bedtime, an hour after your meds.

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Posted 9/4/2018 8:36 AM (GMT -5)
VSL 3 helps me but the cost is a big deterrent for me. It's just not in the budget right now. I am taking a probiotic from Garden of Life and it is helping me.
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