How many capsules of Val 3 does one take for initially and then for maintenance? Thinking of starting
mary
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The capsules are pretty low dose compared with the packets. The best dose really depends on your circumstances. Have you had pouchitis? What are you hoping to get from the VSL #3?
I take a very high dose, equivalent to 32 capsules daily, to help control chronic pouchitis.
Yes I have pouchitis now and again. Am just trying to maintain my situation. Thinking perhaps 3 times daily might be worth a try.
Mary
I've been getting away with taking one vsl3 packet daily, but I think I should up my dose or add one at another time. When i was taking capsules i took 3 at once at lunch, but I was finishing antibiotics at the time.
Everyone is different so you will have to learn to adjust to what you need. The capsules do have an easier take on the go ability and with any liquid. I do find that the packets are more annoying to deal with.
Good luck with your vsl3, and remember it's easier to add how much you're taking then reducing the dose, especially if it may bother you.