Jarrow Formulas - Women's Fem Dophilus - 60 Vegetarian Capsules

Product Information

Jarrow Formulas’ Fem-Dophilus® contains two patented and clinically tested strains of probiotic bacteria, Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus GR-1® and Limosilactobacillus reuteri RC-14®, discovered and developed by Drs. Gregor Reid and Andrew Bruce of Urex Biotech. Research has confirmed that GR-1 and RC-14 taken as an oral supplement colonize and support a healthy vaginal tract.* Over twenty-five years of research has shown that GR-1 and RC-14 help maintain the balance of flora important to vaginal and urinary tract health.* Clinical trials have found that oral intake of probiotics can significantly and beneficially affect the balance of vaginal flora.* However, only certain probiotics can provide this benefit. Several human and in vitro studies have documented the safety of GR-1 and RC-14. Jarrow Formulas obtains the materials for Fem- Dophilus from a pharmaceutical GMP level manufacturer. Advanced and accurate genetic analyses are conducted to ensure the correct identity of the strains. This is the ultimate in quality control.

You may have also heard milk-based drinks with Lactobacillus cultures like Yakult for BV, or Actimel for BV. They do not contain the same strains of Lactobacillus as mentioned above, and thus may not be as effective for BV. That said, I’m always open to seeing more research so if you want to share any, please do so in the comments section! Best Probiotic for BV that Includes Lactobacillus rhamnosus GR-1 and Lactobacillus reuteri RC-14 Probaclac Children’s: Bifidobacterium breve B. longum, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lacticaseibacillus casei, Lacticaseibacillus paracasei, Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus A medical food intended for the dietary management of dysbiosis associated with irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis, pouchitis, and hepatic encephalopathy Probaclac Toddlers: Bifidobacterium bifidum, B. animalis subsp. infantis, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Limosilactobacillus reuteri, Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus

Health Benefits of Probiotics

Well-designed clinical studies show that the specific combination of probiotic strains and Lactoferrin were effective in improving vaginal health If you have an overproduction of unhealthy bacteria in your vagina, you may be more susceptible to bacterial vaginosis (BV) and yeast infections. Many factors can alter the balance of your vaginal ecosystem. These include pregnancy, sexual practices, your period, menopause, diet, antibiotics, and douching.

Ideally, I would love these companies to share the exact CFU counts for each individual strain, but none of them do (opting to list it as a “proprietary blend” instead). Both of these options contain 5 billion total CFUs, but they don’t specify how much of those 5 billion is coming from each of the strains. If you know of a brand that tells you how much of each strain their supplement contains, I’d love to hear about it in the comments! Other BV Treatments Over the Counter & Home Remedies for BV Another very similar study in 2017 showed, again, that women who took these probiotic strains in addition to metronidazole antibiotic treatment were much more likely to cure their BV. 83% of those who took the combination of probiotics and antibiotics for BV had cured their BV by the end of the 30-day study, while only 37% of women who only received antibiotics had cleared their BV by the end of the study. ( 8)Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is an imbalance of good and bad bacteria (also referred to as dysbiosis) in the vagina. BV is thought to be a sexually-transmitted disease.

Common symptoms of a yeast infection include itchiness or burning in or around the vagina, and a white discharge that often looks like cottage cheese. This discharge is typically odorless and might have a yeasty smell (like beer or bread). ( 3)

How to Pick the Best Probiotic Supplement for You

People who suffer from lactose intolerance need to be aware that this product does contain dairy in the form of trace amounts of casein. However, this supplement does not contain any egg, gluten, fish, shellfish, soybeans, tree nuts, or peanuts. Price H Wilkins, J Sequoia. Probiotics for Gastrointestinal Conditions: A Summary of Evidence. Am Fam Physician. 2017;96(3):170-178.

Specifically, studies have shown that women taking a combination of L. acidophilus, L. rhamnosus, and lactoferrin (the same ingredients inside Clairvee) significantly improved symptoms of bacterial vaginosis (such as vaginal discharge and itching), as well as its recurrence rate. ( 3) Lactobacillus Rhamnosus Boric acid suppositories have long been used for vaginal infections, including BV and yeast infections. It is regarded as a simple, safe home remedy for vaginal infections. It is thought that boric acid may affect the biofilms of BV-causing bacterial. ( 2) Douching. Douching disrupts the balance of bacteria as well as the pH of the vagina, putting you at higher risk of BV. Because this contains probiotic strains, there may be some initial digestive side effects (as some customers reported as well). Fem-Dophilus® contains two patented and clinically documented probiotic strains, Lactobacillus rhamnosus, GR-1® and Lactobacillus reuteri, RC-14®, discovered and developed by Dr. Gregor Reid and Dr. Andrew Bruce at Urex Biotech. Over 25 years of research supports the oral use of GR-1® and RC-14® to colonize and promote healthy vaginal and urinary tract health.* A special manufacturing process protects the probiotic strains in Fem-Dophilus® from stomach acid and enhances probiotic bacterial survival to the lower intestine.*

Probiotics are live microorganisms that act in the digestive tract and affect your gut microbiome. They can help protect against harmful bacteria and improve digestion and gut function. Different probiotic strains yield different health benefits. Are Probiotics Good for You?