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What is GNorm (Saccharomyces boulardii) used for?

Dr Chandra M Gulhati
Editor, MIMS,
New Delhi

Q: Can you please inform me the purpose of the following capsule - GNorm (Lyophilised Saccharomyces boulardii) capsules? Does this alleviate stomach pain? What is the ideal dosage of this drug?

A:Saccharomyces boulardii is a lactic acid producing organism like Lactobacillus bulgaricus that is found in naturally soured milk. These organism acidify the intestinal contents and prevent the growth of putrefactive organisms. If the pain is due to such disorder, S. boulardii can be helpful. It all depends on the diagnosis of pain.