Exploring the Benefits of Probiotics for Managing Bacterial Vaginosis
Discover how probiotics usually paired with antibiotics can aid in the management of BV. This session discusses the effectiveness of specific strains like Lactobacillus acidophilus, L. rhamnosus GR-1, and L. fermentum RC-14 in promoting vaginal health even when not on antibiotics.
Probiotics for antibiotics when not on antibiotics
Can I take probiotics for those on antibiotics (optibac) when not on antibiotics? I just got BV and thought they might help since I have them laying around my house.Yes, you can take probiotics that are typically recommended for use with antibiotics, even when you are not currently taking antibiotics. Probiotics, especially those containing strains such as Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus rhamnosus GR-1, and Lactobacillus fermentum RC-14, can be beneficial for managing bacterial vaginosis (BV). These probiotics help maintain a healthy vaginal flora by producing acids and hydrogen peroxide, which can lower pH and inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria1. Regular intake may help prevent the recurrence or alleviate symptoms of BV1.
Footnotes
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Aziz Homayouni, "Effects of probiotics on the recurrence of bacterial vaginosis: a review," PubMed, 2024. ↩ ↩2
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