Bacillus coagulans für Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Q: Does Bacillus coagulans help with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?

Based on 3 studies with 400 participants, there is moderate evidence from clinical studies that Bacillus coagulans may support Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) management. Our evidence grade is B (Good Evidence).

Q: How much Bacillus coagulans should I take for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?

Studies have used various dosages. A commonly studied range is 1-2 billion CFU/day. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.

Q: Are there side effects of Bacillus coagulans?

Reported side effects may include Mild gas during initial use (generally less than other probiotics due to spore form), Occasional bloating, Rare loose stools. Most side effects are mild and dose-dependent. Consult your doctor if you experience any adverse reactions.

Q: How strong is the evidence for Bacillus coagulans and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?

We rate the evidence as Grade B (Good Evidence). This rating is based on 3 peer-reviewed studies with 400 total participants. The overall direction of effect is positive.

Reduces abdominal pain, bloating, and diarrhea in IBS. Spore-forming nature provides excellent stability and gastric acid survival.

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Reduces abdominal pain, bloating, and diarrhea in IBS. Spore-forming nature provides excellent stability and gastric acid survival.

Key Study Findings

Meta-Analysis

Strain-Specific Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis of Probiotics Efficacy in the Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

Dose: None vs.: placebo Outcome: improvement in key IBS symptoms Wirkung: None None

Population: patients with IBS from 32 RCTs evaluating 10 probiotic strains

Randomized Controlled Trial n=61 4 weeks Double-blind

Effects of a Bacillus subtilis HU58 and Heyndrickxia faecalis SC208 spore-forming probiotic formula on gastrointestinal …

Dose: None vs.: Placebo Outcome: Abdominal pain (NRS) and stool consistency (BSFS) Wirkung: None P = 0.003 (pain); P = 0.035 (s

Population: Adults with diarrhoea-predominant IBS (IBS-D)

Randomized Controlled Trial n=100 12 weeks

Role of Bacillus coagulans (Heyndrickxia coagulans)BCP92 in managing irritable bowel syndrome: A randomized, double-blind, multicenter, …

Dose: None vs.: Control Outcome: Pain outcomes Wirkung: None P < .001

Population: IBS patients

Meta-Analysis

Outcome-Specific Efficacy of Different Probiotic Strains and Mixtures in Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Systematic Review …

Dose: Various probiotic strains/mixtures vs.: Placebo Outcome: Outcome-specific efficacy ranking in IBS Wirkung: None None

Population: Adults with IBS (RCTs)

Randomized Controlled Trial 12 weeks Double-blind

The Efficacy and Safety of Single-Strain Probiotic Formulations Containing Bifidobacterium lactis or Bacillus coagulans in …

Dose: 20.5% vs.: placebo Outcome: IBS symptom improvement Wirkung: None p = 0.038

Population: Adults with IBS

Review

Oral microbial shift induced by probiotic Bacillus coagualans along with its clinical perspectives.

Dose: None vs.: None Outcome: colitis/IBD severity Wirkung: None None

Population: None

Key Statistics

Studien

400

Teilnehmer

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Positive

Bewertung

Referenced Papers

Strain-Specific Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis of Probiotics Efficacy in the Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Review

Journal of clinical … 2026

Effects of a Bacillus subtilis HU58 and Heyndrickxia faecalis SC208 spore-forming probiotic formula on gastrointestinal health: results of a randomised, … Other

Beneficial microbes 2026

Role of Bacillus coagulans (Heyndrickxia coagulans)BCP92 in managing irritable bowel syndrome: A randomized, double-blind, multicenter, placebo-controlled clinical trial. RCT

Medicine 2024 6 Zitierungen

Outcome-Specific Efficacy of Different Probiotic Strains and Mixtures in Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis. Meta-Analysis

Nutrients 2023 33 Zitierungen

Oral microbial shift induced by probiotic Bacillus coagualans along with its clinical perspectives. Review

Journal of oral … 2023 12 Zitierungen

Effects of Glutamine, Curcumin and Fish Bioactive Peptides Alone or in Combination on Intestinal Permeability in a Chronic-Restraint Stress Model. Other

International journal of … 2023 9 Zitierungen

The Efficacy and Safety of Single-Strain Probiotic Formulations Containing Bifidobacterium lactis or Bacillus coagulans in Adult Patients with Irritable Bowel … Other

Journal of clinical … 2023 9 Zitierungen

Efficacy and safety of Bacillus coagulans LBSC in irritable bowel syndrome: A prospective, interventional, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical study [CONSORT … RCT

Medicine 2021 45 Zitierungen

Impact of a Gastrointestinal Stable Probiotic Supplement Bacillus coagulans LBSC on Human Gut Microbiome Modulation. Other

Journal of dietary … 2021 33 Zitierungen

Is Bacillus coagulans supplementation plus low FODMAP diet superior to low FODMAP diet in irritable bowel syndrome management? RCT

European journal of … 2020 20 Zitierungen

Randomized clinical trial: the effect of probiotic Bacillus coagulans Unique IS2 vs. placebo on the symptoms management of irritable bowel … RCT

Scientific reports 2019 65 Zitierungen

Bacillus coagulans and its applications in medicine. Review

Beneficial microbes 2019 45 Zitierungen

Bacillus coagulans and its applications in medicine. Other

Beneficial microbes 2019 29 Zitierungen

Bacillus coagulans MTCC 5856 for the management of major depression with irritable bowel syndrome: a randomised, double-blind, placebo controlled, multi-centre, … Other

Food & nutrition … 2018 162 Zitierungen

Efficacy of Bacillus coagulans Unique IS2 in treatment of irritable bowel syndrome in children: a double blind, randomised placebo controlled … RCT

Beneficial microbes 2018 59 Zitierungen

Bacillus coagulans MTCC 5856 supplementation in the management of diarrhea predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome: a double blind randomized placebo controlled … RCT

Nutrition journal 2016 102 Zitierungen

A randomized double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial on efficacy and safety of association of simethicone and Bacillus coagulans (Colinox®) in patients … RCT

European review for … 2014 33 Zitierungen

The efficacy of a synbiotic containing Bacillus Coagulans in treatment of irritable bowel syndrome: a randomized placebo-controlled trial. Other

Gastroenterology and hepatology … 2014

Bacillus coagulans significantly improved abdominal pain and bloating in patients with IBS. RCT

Postgraduate medicine 2009 144 Zitierungen

Effects of a proprietary Bacillus coagulans preparation on symptoms of diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome. RCT

Methods and findings … 2009 104 Zitierungen

Dosage & Usage

mg = milligrams · mcg = micrograms (1,000× smaller) · IU = International Units

Übliche Dosierungen

general:: 1-2 billion CFU/day
ibssupport:: 2 billion CFU/day (GBI-30 6086 strain)

Obergrenze: Well-tolerated up to 6 billion CFU/day in clinical trials

In der Forschung untersuchte Dosierungen

Dosierung	Dauer	Wirkung	N
None	--	Positive	--
None	4 weeks	Positive	61
None	12 weeks	Positive	100
Various probiotic strains/mixtures	--	Positive	--
20.5%	12 weeks	Positive	--
None	--	Positive	--
None	--	Mixed	--
None	--	Mixed	--

Beste Einnahmezeit: With meals for optimal spore germination and colonization

Safety & Side Effects

Gemeldete Nebenwirkungen

⚠ Mild gas during initial use (generally less than other probiotics due to spore form)
⚠ Occasional bloating
⚠ Rare loose stools

Bekannte Wechselwirkungen

● Antibiotics (spore form is more resistant than vegetative probiotics, but spacing still recommended)
● Immunosuppressants (theoretical risk in immunocompromised patients)

Tolerierbare Höchstaufnahmemenge: Well-tolerated up to 6 billion CFU/day in clinical trials

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Bacillus coagulans help with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?

Based on 3 studies with 400 participants, there is moderate evidence from clinical studies that Bacillus coagulans may support Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) management. Our evidence grade is B (Good Evidence).

How much Bacillus coagulans should I take for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?

Studies have used various dosages. A commonly studied range is 1-2 billion CFU/day. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.

Are there side effects of Bacillus coagulans?

Reported side effects may include Mild gas during initial use (generally less than other probiotics due to spore form), Occasional bloating, Rare loose stools. Most side effects are mild and dose-dependent. Consult your doctor if you experience any adverse reactions.

How strong is the evidence for Bacillus coagulans and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?

We rate the evidence as Grade B (Good Evidence). This rating is based on 3 peer-reviewed studies with 400 total participants. The overall direction of effect is positive.

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Kurzfazit

Reduces abdominal pain, bloating, and diarrhea in IBS. Spore-forming nature provides excellent stability and gastric acid survival.

Evidence Strength72%

High confidence

Studienübersicht

RCT (9)Meta (1)Other (0)

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