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Saccharomyces boulardii untuk Traveler's Diarrhea

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RCTs show 25-40% reduction in traveler's diarrhea when started 5 days before travel. Effects vary by destination.

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RCTs show 25-40% reduction in traveler's diarrhea when started 5 days before travel. Effects vary by destination.

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 Efek: None None

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

Randomized Controlled Trial n=47 8 weeks Double-blind
Effects of a polyphenol-rich extract blend, probiotics, and hydrolyzed fiber on quality of life and …
Dose: None vs: Placebo (Group I) and partial formulation (Group II) Outcome: IBS quality of life (QoL questionnaire) Efek: Dysphoria: median diff -5 (Group III) vs -1 (contr 0.0021 (dysphoria Group III)

Populasi: Patients with IBS

Other
Ibero-Latin American clinical practice guideline for the use of biotics in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology, and …
Dose: None vs: None Outcome: Clinical guideline recommendations for pediatric GI Efek: None None

Populasi: Pediatric patients with GI disorders

Observational Study n=279
Use of Probiotics During Antibiotic Therapy in Pediatrics: A Cross-Sectional Survey of Italian Primary Care …
Dose: None vs: None Outcome: Probiotic prescribing habits of Italian PCPs Efek: L. rhamnosus GG used by 91.8% None

Populasi: Italian primary care pediatricians

Other n=70 16 weeks Open-label
Synbiotic Supplementation for Chronic Constipation in Patients Under Peritoneal Dialysis: An Italian Multicenter Prospective Study.
Dose: None vs: None (single-arm study) Outcome: Constipation scoring system change Efek: -5.3 (95% CI -5.9/-4.7) 0.001

Populasi: Peritoneal dialysis patients with chronic constipation

Review
An update on probiotics in paediatrics.
Dose: None vs: None Outcome: GI disorder outcomes in paediatrics Efek: None None

Populasi: Paediatric patients with GI disorders

Key Statistics

4

Studi

3200

Peserta

Positive

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Peringkat

Referenced Papers

Current opinion in … 2025
Advances in experimental … 2024 2 sitasi
Advances in experimental … 2019 17 sitasi
The American journal … 2018 46 sitasi
Pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology … 2017 42 sitasi
Journal of pediatric … 2016 233 sitasi
Digestive diseases (Basel, … 2016 37 sitasi
The Cochrane database … 2015 233 sitasi
Journal of clinical … 2015 35 sitasi
Frontiers in immunology 2013 263 sitasi
Journal of clinical … 2011 432 sitasi
Journal for specialists … 2010 22 sitasi
American journal of … 2010
European journal of … 2009 91 sitasi
Current opinion in … 2009 82 sitasi
Advances in biochemical … 2008 535 sitasi
American family physician 2008
The Journal of … 2007 265 sitasi
The American journal … 2001 648 sitasi
International journal of … 2000 181 sitasi
Clinical infectious diseases … 1998 346 sitasi

Dosage & Usage

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

Dosis yang Umum Digunakan

general:
250-500 mg/day (equivalent to 5-10 billion CFU)
aadprevention:
500 mg/day (start with antibiotic, continue 7 days after)
cdiffprevention:
500 mg twice daily as adjunct to standard therapy
travelersdiarrhea:
250-500 mg/day starting 5 days before travel

Batas atas: Well-tolerated up to 1,000 mg/day in clinical trials

Dosis yang Diteliti dalam Penelitian

Dosis Durasi Efek N
None -- Positive --
None 8 weeks Positive 47
None -- Positive --
None -- Mixed 279
None 16 weeks Positive 70
None -- Positive --
None -- Positive --
None -- Mixed --

Waktu terbaik diminum: Can be taken with or without food; space 2 hours from antifungals

Safety & Side Effects

Efek Samping yang Dilaporkan

  • Mild gas and bloating
  • Rare: fungemia in critically ill patients with central venous catheters
  • Thirst (yeast may increase water requirements)
  • Very rare: potential environmental contamination risk in ICU settings

Interaksi yang Diketahui

  • Antifungal medications (may kill S. boulardii, reducing effectiveness)
  • Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (S. boulardii contains tyramine)
  • Immunosuppressants (theoretical risk of fungemia in immunocompromised patients)

Asupan atas yang dapat ditoleransi: Well-tolerated up to 1,000 mg/day in clinical trials

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Saccharomyces boulardii help with Traveler's Diarrhea?
Based on 4 studies with 3,200 participants, there is moderate evidence from clinical studies that Saccharomyces boulardii may support Traveler's Diarrhea management. Our evidence grade is B (Good Evidence).
How much Saccharomyces boulardii should I take for Traveler's Diarrhea?
Studies have used various dosages. A commonly studied range is 250-500 mg/day (equivalent to 5-10 billion CFU). Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.
Are there side effects of Saccharomyces boulardii?
Reported side effects may include Mild gas and bloating, Rare: fungemia in critically ill patients with central venous catheters, Thirst (yeast may increase water requirements), Very rare: potential environmental contamination risk in ICU settings. Most side effects are mild and dose-dependent. Consult your doctor if you experience any adverse reactions.
How strong is the evidence for Saccharomyces boulardii and Traveler's Diarrhea?
We rate the evidence as Grade B (Good Evidence). This rating is based on 4 peer-reviewed studies with 3,200 total participants. The overall direction of effect is positive.

Related Evidence

Bahan lain untuk Traveler's Diarrhea

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