Probiotics for women
Probiotics marketed for women's intimate health contain lactobacillus strains.
Short answer Probiotics marketed for women's intimate health contain lactobacillus strains. Evidence that they prevent or treat thrush or bacterial vaginosis is limited, and none has an authorised health claim.
What to do instead
See a pharmacist or GP about symptoms: both conditions have effective treatments.
If you try one
Choose named strains and give it four weeks. It should not replace treatment.
Related pages
- Probiotics with antibioticsThere is some evidence that taking a probiotic during a course of antibiotics reduces the chance of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea.
- PrebioticsPrebiotics are fibres that feed gut bacteria, such as inulin and fructo-oligosaccharides.
- Fibre supplementsAdults are advised to eat 30g of fibre a day; most manage about 20g.
- Digestive enzymesFor most people digestive enzyme supplements are unnecessary.
Keep exploring
- Bovine collagen
- Coenzyme Q10
- Electrolyte powders
- Popular supplement ingredients
- Magnesium
- Wellosophy Astaxanthin & Bilberry Extract
Questions people ask
What should I know about probiotics for women?
Probiotics marketed for women's intimate health contain lactobacillus strains.
Can I take this with medication?
Ask a pharmacist or GP first; some supplements interact with medicines.
Do supplements replace a balanced diet?
No. They are meant to add to a varied diet, not stand in for one.
Sources
Checked 9 October 2026.