I started taking florastor, a probiotic, a few days ago. I take it twice a day. My insurance covers it. Right now I am farting too many times. I am going to take it only once a day to see if I have less gas. Right now every time I fart I get butt burn.
Hi, John. If you're taking a probiotic for the first time (or a new brand for the first time), it can take a few weeks for your gut to become acclimatized to the good bacteria. The gas you're experiencing could be the good bacteria re-populating your gut, a good sign, I think! It should resolve itself. I took Florastor for a few months shortly after my reversal and it helped, and I do remember some minor issues while my insides adjusted. I don't take probiotics anymore because everything is okay. I do have gas if I have eaten carbohydrate heavy food (pasta, croissant, etc.). Be patient.
