[Probiotics in gastrointestinal disorders].
Probiotics are preparations containing viable microorganisms that confer potential health benefits for the host. Alteration of bacterial flora both in terms of specific content and concentration may be beneficial in many gastrointestinal disorders. Probiotics are widely used for the management of these conditions in many countries. However, mechanisms of probiotics are incompletely understood. Benefits observed clinically with one species or combinations of species can not be generalized. The optimal dose of treatment has to be determined. Although probiotics are generally regarded safe, caution is needed when using these supplements routinely. It has been proved, that severe adverse events can occur as a complication of probiotic treatment. This review summarizes the recent knowledge concerning the use of probiotics in gastrointestinal disorders.
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Semmelweis Egyetem, Altalános Orvostudományi Kar II. Belgyógyászati Klinika Budapest Szentkirályi u. 46. 1088 Budapest. lakagab@yahoo.com
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D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000009:adverse effects; D003967:Diarrhea / Q000139:chemically induced / Q000188:drug therapy; D004238:Diverticulitis / Q000188:drug therapy; D004751:Enteritis / Q000188:drug therapy; D005767:Gastrointestinal Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D043183:Irritable Bowel Syndrome / Q000188:drug therapy; D008107:Liver Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy; D019283:Pancreatitis, Acute Necrotizing / Q000188:drug therapy; D019936:Probiotics / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents