is VSL3 as good as they say?

Like everything UC, it works for some but not for others. I was one of those others whom vsl did nothing for. Try and see, as that's the only way to know for sure!

VSL#3 DS should be covered by insurance. I took it with positive results.

The clinical trials that showed VSL#3 benefits were much larger daily amounts than you will be taking. However it might be wise to start with lower amounts so you don't experience D because of the change in micro biome even if it's the good guys.

VSL#3 was one brick in my wall of remission, not a miracle worker but positive benefits. I keep it in the fridge now and use when things get out of whack, which is rarely. I order directly from the company which ships with refrigerated ice packs in styrofoam box and I try not to order on 90 degree weeks which is tough since I live in S Florida.

Thanks for all the replys. I've spoken to my gp and VSL3 is not covered under the NHS but i will ask at the hospital when I see my gastroenterologist see if there is anyway at all it can be covered

. After reading more Information on VSL3 I will take half a pouch just before bed for the first 10 days. Then increase to a full pouch after that.

As for pred taper I won't touch that for the next 30 days unless I feel super good!!! Then I will drop to 15 or 17.5