Description
Who is it for?
With 5 billion live cultures per capsule, this is for anyone looking to purchase a pure Saccharomyces boulardii supplement an extensively researched, unique friendly yeast proven to reach the gut alive.
Good to know:
- Each capsule provides 5 billion friendly yeast of pure, shelf stable Saccharomyces boulardii. The billions count is guaranteed until end of expiry.
- Saccharomyces boulardii is a well-researched, internationally acclaimed strain and has been used safely for over 50 years.
- Scientifically proven to pass through stomach acidity and survive to reach the gut.
Easy to take on the go – no refrigeration required.
- Suitable for: vegetarians, vegans and gluten free for those with coeliac disease or an intolerance.
- Suitable from 1 year onwards.
- Recommended for daily use.
- Sugar-free
- Free from artificial flavourings or colourings that may be found in other food & drinks containing live cultures.
Key benefits:
A pure Saccharomyces boulardii supplement
- Pure Saccharomyces boulardii supplement
Optibac Saccharomyces boulardii contains 5 billion live cultures of pure S. boulardii, guaranteed until end of expiry
- Digestive supplement
Complements the natural gut bacteria
- Internationally acclaimed
Used around the world for 50 years, Saccharomyces boulardii live cultures are extremely well-researched
- Scientifically proven
Shown in clinical trials to survive stomach acidity and reach the gut alive
- Travel friendly
With no need for refrigeration, even in hot, humid environments, you can take this easy-to-swallow supplement with you wherever you go
- Natural and vegan
Vegan, gluten free for those with coeliac disease, and made with absolutely no artificial flavourings or colourings
- Suitable for daily use
Can be taken intensively or on a long-term basis
- Saccharomyces boulardii UK
Optibac was the first brand to introduce S. boulardii to the UK
- Highly recommended
From the UK’s most trusted & recommended brand of friendly bacteria supplements, as determined in an independent survey of 1000 British women
Instructions for use:
- Natural food supplement suitable for adults and children (from 1 year onwards) with the following recommendations:
- Take 1 to 4 capsules depending on severity of symptoms and up to 6 capsules daily, or as professionally directed.
- For young children the dose should be lowered.
- If taking anti-fungals, take separately (at least 2 hours apart).
- Drink plenty of water with your course of live cultures.
- For anyone unable to swallow capsules, capsule can be opened and contents mixed with a cold meal or beverage.
- Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a healthy diet and lifestyle. - Those with serious medical conditions should consult their doctor before use. OptiBac will not cause dependency, and may be used on an ongoing basis.
Storage
- Like the rest of the OptiBac range, 'Saccharomyces boulardii' does not require refrigeration. Store in a cool, dry place below 25°C and out of direct sunlight.
Safety
Live cultures are not recommended for those with serious medical conditions e.g. those who are severely immunosuppressed, have pancreatitis, are in the ICU, have melaena, have a central venous catheter, infants with short bowel syndrome, or patients with open wounds following major surgery; unless under a doctor's care.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Saccharomyces boulardii.
Ingredients:
- Live cultures: Saccharomyces boulardii (250mg)
- Vegetarian capsule: hydroxypropyl methylcellulose
- Each capsule guarantees 5 billion live cultures.
Suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets.
Delivery
Standard Delivery (UK)
Orders under 25kg in weight are subject to the following shipping fees:
| All orders over £30 | Postage is Free |
| All orders under £30 | Postage is £3.49 |
We aim to dispatch all, in-stock, standard UK orders within three working days.
Our full delivery details can be found here
Express Delivery (UK)
- Express orders must be placed before 1pm on any weekday
- Orders placed after 1pm on Thursday will be delivered by 1pm on the following Monday
- There must be someone available to sign for receive the package between 7am 1pm on the day of delivery
| All orders over £30 | Express Delivery is £5.99 |
| All orders under £30 | Express Delivery is £8.99 |
*Applies to orders under 25kg in weight
Our full delivery details can be found here
For details of our overseas delivery costs, please check here
Returns
Here at Baldwins it is our policy to give 100% satisfaction. We do know however, that there may be the odd occasion when you wish to return items. Below you will find an outline of our returns policy.
28 Day No-Quibble Guarantee
If, for any reason, you are unhappy with an item you have received, you may return it within 28 days, unopened and in its original condition, to our Freepost address (below). Upon receipt, we will be happy to give you a full refundfor the item.
Alternatively, you may wish to exchange the item for another. Please note that post and packing costs are non-refundable.
Returning An Item
To return an item, please package in its original wrapping (if possible) and provide a note outlining your name, address, order number and reason for returning.
If your item is under 20 Kg and is smaller than 61cm (L) x 46cm (W) x 46cm (D) then you can use our Free Royal Mail 48 Hour Tracked service by heading here and filling in the appropriate details:
Go To https://www.royalmail.com/track-my-return/create/2456
This service will generate a label that you can either print at home or take with you to the post office for them to print.
You will need your order number which is the 6 digit number sent out on your order dispatch email. (If you have any trouble finding this, do give us a call and we can happily find it for you).
Once orders are returned, we aim to process them within 72 hours and (if required) notify you by mail when we have processed your refund and ship any replacements out as soon as possible.
If your item is over 20 Kg or larger than the specified size (or too heavy for you to take to the post office) please call us and we can arrange collection with one of our courier partners.