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Posted 9/17/2007 4:29 PM (GMT 0)
Hello, 

Okay  I would like to know who all had tried VSL#3

How long did you try it,

How long did you take it

How long before you say improvement ( or gave up)

Did you try the pill form or the packet form.

Did you take the full dosage for active flare.

Thanks 

Posted 9/17/2007 5:22 PM (GMT 0)
I tried it for four weeks 2 packs a day. I was not on any presciption medication at all. No I didn't not notice a difference.

Posted 9/17/2007 5:57 PM (GMT 0)
I took it for about 3 months in the capsule form.  I don't remember the dosage.  I took double whatever the recommended dosage was on the box.  I noticed little, if any effect.  It was costing me over $120+ per month.  I stopped taking it because I didn't feel I was getting enough benefit to justify the cost.
Posted 9/17/2007 9:46 PM (GMT 0)
I don't know how to quote things so I've replied underneath..


How long did you take it

about 8 weeks

How long before you say improvement ( or gave up)

No improvement after 8 weeks so gave up.

Did you try the pill form or the packet form.

Packet

Did you take the full dosage for active flare.

Took 4 packets a day, I think that's full.
Posted 9/18/2007 12:08 AM (GMT 0)
I took it for about 6 or 7 weeks tablet form the dose on the bottle and it actually seemed to make my D worse and I just didnt feel good while taking it.
Posted 9/18/2007 1:51 AM (GMT 0)

How long did you try it,

 Have been on and off for 4 years

How long did you take it

 currently over a year

How long before you say improvement ( or gave up)

 I use it to remain in remission.  I believe massive doses are needed to help in a flare. I feel it is moderately effective

to retain remission.  

Did you try the pill form or the packet form.

 Packet: Currently 1.5 to 2 per day never more than 2 per day.

Did you take the full dosage for active flare.

 Never have used in a flare

Posted 9/18/2007 4:06 AM (GMT 0)
i am currently taking one packet of VSL #3 a day. i am going to stop after one month because i can't afford it and i haven't noticed more of a difference than other PBs. i wish (for you and me) that i had better news...good luck...
Posted 9/18/2007 7:59 AM (GMT 0)
i bought 2 month supply of 2 packets a day and saw no improvement at all. i was taking it during an active flare. stopped taking it due to how expensive it was and getting no effect.
Posted 9/18/2007 9:03 AM (GMT 0)
my GI mentioned that there was a lot of excitement around VSL #3 because it was one of the fist that they had scientific evidence on. they just haven't done as much testing on other probiotics, it doesn't mean that tey are WORSE (that last part is my own speculation)
Posted 9/18/2007 9:16 AM (GMT 0)
Okiemom

How long did you try it,

- Have been using it for around 4 months now

How long before you say improvement ( or gave up)

- Started on 4 satchets a day with water and this gave me watery diarrhoea. So, lowered my dose to 2 satchets a day - less dairrhoea but it was still there.  So, now take 1 satchet a day mixed with yoghurt. So, the diarrhoea has stopped with this combination.

Did you try the pill form or the packet form.

- Packet Form

Did you take the full dosage for active flare.

- Yes.  But, once my current VSL#3 runs out, I will not be getting anymore, as I dont think it has made any difference to my UC.  And I think giving it 4 months to work is long enough.  And the ludicrously high cost is another factor in my decision.  Overall, in my personal experience, VSL#3 = Complete waste of time.

Posted 9/19/2007 1:47 AM (GMT 0)
I tried it for five months.

I had ONE incident of a blood/diarrhea free bm in the first month, but that aside I'd say I got worse so I stopped (I actually became anemic, and my upper left thigh started going numb when at rest?)

I tried the pill form

Yes, I took the full dose for active flare. 8 pills a day I think, which is ridiculous b/c a 60 capsule bottle costs 45 dollars.

I agree with the others, too expensive to justify. Maybe if it cost as much as prednisone :(
Posted 3/7/2017 7:17 PM (GMT 0)
How long did you try it,
1 month

How long did you take it
recently stopped

How long before you say improvement ( or gave up)
no improvement.

Did you try the pill form or the packet form.
pill form twice a day morning and night

Did you take the full dosage for active flare.
im not sure if im in flare or remission since i have about 4 BM's a day.. sometimes less....no blood and mucus but not fully formed stools.. just half way there.. and i do get mild to moderate pain left and right side of colon, and i do believe i have discovered why...

now it is known that, sulfur is the reason why hydrogen sulfites get created in the colon, and the latest studies does confirm hydrogen sulfide, (AKA the bad smelling gas we pass) is the reason why our colons lining gets damaged... and guess what vitamin contains hydrogen sulfide, B1(Thiamine) and guess which probiotic has 0.6 Mg of Thiamine in it.... VSL#3....i have just recently discovered this a bit late but not too late.. now im tinking how will i be able to refund my product back to amazon.. it was expensive too

Post Edited (HelpReceiver) : 3/7/2017 12:20:28 PM (GMT-7)

Posted 3/8/2017 3:31 AM (GMT 0)
Been on it about six weeks now. I have been in remission for roughly the same amount of time (also following a GF, dairy free diet almost vegan diet) and taking other supplemts. I take half a package a day at the moment. I will continue to take it until naturopath changes it up.
Posted 3/8/2017 9:57 AM (GMT 0)
i am taking VSL #3 right now,my doctor recommends me vsl #3 only during flare ups.its just like add on's.it will just help you with diarrhea because it is a probiotic supplement and helps to decrease amount of mucus in stools and heal mucus lining in colon.
and in india VSL #3 capsule just cost $4 for 10 caps turn
Posted 3/9/2017 4:37 AM (GMT 0)
I've been using VSL#3 capsules for a year. Started after an illness and lots of antibiotics that led to a mild flare, and used their suggested dose at first. But that's expensive.

For the next 11 months I have taken 2 capsules per day (which stretches a bottle of 60 capsules for 30 days and costs me $60 per month). I have been cheap and procrastinated ordering it, going a couple weeks without it, and I could definitely tell a difference in the quality of my BM's and how I felt. Or I wouldn't spend $60 per month on it.
Posted 3/9/2017 4:25 PM (GMT 0)
How long did you take it
I've been on it for 3-4 years
How long before you say improvement ( or gave up)
Its not that it caused remmision, although they say it can keep you in remmision. Its more like it made me feel better, and reduced the symptoms. I started taking it while I was in remission, but still in pain and it cleared up my symptoms. It also helps me feel better when I eat something that upsets my stomach

Did you try the pill form or the packet form.
The best one is the VSL3 DS satchal. I've tried both.
Did you take the full dosage for active flare.
Never taken it during a flare, but I take 2 satchels right now. I would start low because it can upset your stomach BRIEFLY while your getting used to it. Take one then up it in a few days.
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