VSL#3® capsules is probiotic medical food that aids in the dietary management of IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome), UC (Ulcerative Colitis), pouchitis, or an ileal pouch.
Eight strains of live freeze-dried lactic acid bacteria:
-Streptococcus Thermophilus
-Bifidobacterium Breve
-B. longum
-B. Infantis
-L. Acidophilus
-L. Plantarum
-L. Paracasei
-L. Delbrueckii Subsp. Bulgaricus
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, stearic acid, silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, and vegetable capsule (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose).
Serving Size and Dosage for VSL#3: Each serving (2 capsules) contain at least 225 billion live probiotic bacteria. Each bottle contains 60 capsules. Each individual capsule contains at least 112.5 billion live probiotic bacteria
Recommended dosage: 2-8 capsules daily depending on condition.
Please note: Though the manufacturer allows VSL#3 to be stored for two weeks at room temperature and exposed to heat, we take extra care to ship VSL#3 with thermal and an ice pack. We only ship VSL#3 on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday mornings, unless Overnight or Second Day Air is selected. Though we do not recommend shipping VSL on Thursday, or Friday, we can, if necessary, and requested.
VSL#3 is Gluten Free, Kosher and Halal certified.
Shelf Life: Two years from manufacturing date when stored properly (36-46° F or 2-8° C)
Storage: All types of VSL#3 should be refrigerated (36-46° F or 2-8° C). VSL#3 may be stored at room temperature (77° F) for up to two weeks without adversely affecting potency.
