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Probiotic dietary supplement
Probiotic dietary supplements introduce beneficial live microorganisms into the gastrointestinal tract to promote a healthy microbiome and support digestive and immune function.
Probiotic dietary supplements introduce beneficial live microorganisms into the gastrointestinal tract to promote a healthy microbiome and support digestive and immune function. Used for Digestive health support, Immune function support, General wellness.
At a glance
| Generic name | Probiotic dietary supplement |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Florajen Digestion™ |
| Sponsor | University of New Mexico |
| Drug class | Probiotic dietary supplement |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Gastrointestinal health, Immunology |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Mechanism of action
Probiotics are live bacteria or yeasts that colonize the gut and compete with pathogenic organisms for nutrients and adhesion sites. They produce short-chain fatty acids, enhance intestinal barrier function, and modulate immune responses through interaction with gut-associated lymphoid tissue. These mechanisms may improve digestive health, reduce inflammation, and support overall immune homeostasis.
Approved indications
- Digestive health support
- Immune function support
- General wellness
Common side effects
- Bloating
- Gas
- Mild gastrointestinal discomfort
Key clinical trials
- Effects of Probiotics on Respiratory Tract Infections in Children: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Interventional Study (PHASE2)
- Probiotic Intervention Study (NA)
- The Intervention of Obesity in Children With Prader-Willi Syndrome Using Prebiotics and Probiotics (NA)
- The Effects of a Probiotic Food Supplement in Hyperuricaemia (NA)
- The Gut - PRO Study (PHASE2)
- Precision Nutrition Recommendations Generated by Metataxonomic Microbiome Testing Improve Food Group Choices and Intestinal Health Indicators in an Obese Population in Colombia (NA)
- Evaluation of the Ability of Lactobacillus Crispatus CRP21 to Reduce the Incidence of Recurrent Bacterial Vaginosis (NA)
- To Investigate the Effects of Bifidobacterium Animalis Subsp. Lactis XLTG11 on Growth and Development, Incidence of Allergy and Immune Function in Infants (PHASE2)
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |