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Lactobacillus GG
Probiotic agent. (Also see probiotic)
Clinical trials:
When added to milk, resulted in NON-significant reduction in rates of infections in children, including otitis media.
Not useful for irritable bowel syndrome in children [2]
General
Lactobacillus
Properties
KINGDOM: monera
DIVISION: SCHIZOMYCETES
References
- Journal Watch 21(13):110, 2001
Alvarez & et al, Clin Infect Dis 32:1567, 2001
Hatakka et al BMJ 322:1327, 2001
- Bausserman M, Michail S.
The use of Lactobacillus GG in irritable bowel syndrome in
children: a double-blind randomized control trial.
J Pediatr. 2005 Aug;147(2):197-201.
PMID: 16126049