It’s the same stuff in the capsules as the packets, but the recommended dose (measured in CFUs) for pouchitis is a truly crazy number of capsules. Almost any available size bottle of capsules will be gone in a few days, if you’re taking enough. Did your doctor suggest a dose?

Hi Scott, thanks for the response...i will be talking to my doctor soon in person. He didn't suggest a dosage over the phone. I should have asked before i ordered it. 

Is this VSL3 a medicince to treat pouchitit and IBD or is it taken to prevent the pouchitis from happening?I assume its to prevent ot when you dont have it.

I'm learning about VSL 3 on the fly so i appreciate your help.

The data is best for VSL preventing or delaying pouchitis. Some people (including me) have also found benefit in managing chronic pouchitis, but there isn’t great research data to support that. Some people are able to get insurance coverage for the prescription-only DS (double-strength) form. I suggest you do a search on this site for  VSL and read the dozens of discussions we’ve had about it.

Ok thanks Scott. I will look in to the DS.

Thanks