**Saccharomyces boulardii** is among the most evidence-backed probiotics available — over 100 RCTs and multiple meta-analyses show it roughly halves the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhea. If you're starting an antibiotic course or dealing with gut disruption, this is one of the few probiotic ingredients where the clinical case is genuinely strong.

At one capsule daily (250 mg / 5 billion CFU), you're getting about half the minimum dose used in clinical trials. The label allows up to three capsules, which puts you at 750 mg — solidly within the 500–1,000 mg therapeutic range. Delayed-release capsules help the yeast survive stomach acid, which matters for delivery.

Plan on two to three capsules daily if you want to match the evidence, especially during antibiotic use. The **Manno-oligosaccharides** (100 mg) are a prebiotic addition, but well below studied levels — don't factor them into your decision.

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Saccharomyces boulardii

1 Capsule · 30 servings

22 / 100Poor

Score Breakdown

Formulation
22
Safety
100
Final score
22/100

Ingredients (2)

Saccharomyces boulardii

50%

Dose

250 mg

Target

500–1000 mg

Form

Premium

Manno-oligosaccharides

3%

Dose

100 mg

Target

3000–5000 mg

Form

Other Ingredients (5)

Rice ConcentrateAnti-caking

A rice-derived blend used as a natural flow agent and anti-caking aid

Silicon DioxideAnti-caking

Fine silica powder used to prevent clumping

Gellan GumGelling Agent

Microbial polysaccharide produced by Sphingomonas elodea, used as a gelling and stabilizing agent

HypromelloseCapsule

Plant-derived capsule material from cellulose

Microcrystalline CelluloseBinder

Plant-derived cellulose used as a binder and filler in supplements

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Sources & Scoring

Nutrient data (RDA, UL, and safety thresholds) sourced from: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and National Academies Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI).

This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare provider before making changes to your supplement routine.

The score analyzes what's on the label: ingredient doses vs. clinical ranges, chemical forms, evidence levels, and known interactions. It does not verify label accuracy or test for contaminants — for that, look for third-party certifications like USP or NSF.