Crohn's disease is grouped as an inflammatory bowel disease. It is a chronic disorder that mainly causes inflammation of the colon and small intestine. Patients with Crohn's disease may benefit from probiotic supplements, notes the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC). Probiotics are live microorganisms that are similar to the beneficial bacteria found in the intestines.
Saccharomyces Boulardii
Saccharomyces boulardii is a probiotic that may benefit patients with Crohn's disease. The UMMC recommends that patients take 250 to 500 mg of S. boulardii three times a day. Patients with Crohn's experience persistent watery diarrhea and S. boulardii may help reduce the diarrhea. S. boulardii supplements are available at drugstores.
GanedenBC30
Ganeden, also known as Bacillus coagulans GBI-30, is a beneficial probiotic that may help improve the symptoms of Crohn's and other irritable bowel diseases, according to Probiotic.org. Ganeden probiotic is available as a dietary supplement over-the-counter in pharmacies. Patients with Crohn's should consult their doctors before using Ganeden and other probiotics.
Acidophilus
Acidophilus is a probiotic that may be used to decrease diarrhea caused by Crohn's disease, according to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Acidophilus also controls other symptoms of Crohn's such as gas, bloating and abdominal cramping. Acidophilus capsules are available at most pharmacies. Acidophilus is also available in fermented dairy products such as yogurt, cheese, acidophilus milk and buttermilk.
