Saccharomyces boulardii
Saccharomyces Boulardii is a non-pathogenic, non-toxic yeast. It is unique as it is a yeast probiotic as compared to the other probiotics which are bacteria.
Saccharomyces boulardii maintains the balance of good micro organisms in the intestine and keeps the intestines functioning well. It is resistant to all commonly used antibiotics as it is a natural yeast (except anti fungals). Unique 28 can therefore be administered along with antibiotics and can be used for all age groups from infants to adults
Benefits of Saccharomyces boulardii
- Reduces acute diarrhea
- Treats of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Reduces bloating and gas
- Reduces urgency for bowel movements during diarrhea
- Reduces mucus in stools and loss of appetite
| Description | Beige coloured hygroscopic powder with characteristic odour |
| Identification | Ellipsoidal to oval cells with few budding cells |
| Water activity (aW) | Not more than 1.0 |
| Standard concentration | 20/50/100/150 Billion cfu/g |
| Pathogens: Escherichia coli Salmonella species Staphylococcus aureus Pseudomonas aeruginosa |
Should be absent/10g Should be absent/10g Should be absent/g Should be absent/g |
| Yeast & Mould Count | Not more than 100 cfu/g |
