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Bacteria

Lactobacillus Reuteri

Lactobacillus reuteri, now named Limosilactobacillus reuteri, is a lactic acid bacterium that lives in the gut of humans and animals and also occurs in breast milk.

Also listed as ATCC PTA 6475, ATCC 55730, DSM 17938, NCIMB 30242

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Who needs extra caution?

Probiotics can cause mild gas. Serious infections have been reported mainly in people who are severely ill or immunocompromised; premature infants are also a particularly vulnerable group. These situations need clinical oversight rather than an over-the-counter trial. 1

With diarrhea, fluids come first

Replacing lost fluid and salts is the priority. IQWiG advises a rehydration solution for small children, older people and severe diarrhea. A probiotic does not take the place of this treatment. 2

For information, not individual medical advice. Ingredient studies do not establish the effectiveness of these products.

Sources

  1. Probiotics: Health Professional Fact Sheet NIH Office of Dietary Supplements