Biocodex releases Florastor in 20-count packs in time for cold-flu season

SAN BRUNO, Calif. Biocodex has announced that its Florastor digestive health probiotic product now is available in 20-count blister packs for retail sale. The smaller box is easier to carry and more convenient than the larger size glass bottle of 50 capsules.

The key ingredient—Saccharomyces boulardii—in yeast-based Florastor and Florastor Kids helps protect the guts by promoting “good bacteria” to aid in digestion.

Probiotics can help as a supplemental treatment for those taking antibiotics which can have severe, uncomfortable side effects, such as diarrhea.

Biocodex explained that the updated packaging was designed for portability and availability on chain drug store shelves.

“We’re very excited about our change in packaging with the new Florastor blister packs,” Mary Berry, U.S. marketing manager for Biocodex said. “We felt our consumers would prefer a 20-count box because, at two capsules per day, it coincides with the standard 10-day course of antibiotics to protect against antibiotic-associated diarrhea, a common side effect of antibiotic treatment. The blister packs make it easier for people to protect their stomachs by carrying Florastor with them wherever they are.”