Tier 2 - Moderate Bioavailability
1 conversion step
Moderate bioavailability form. Reliable form that works well but requires 1-2 step conversions by the body. Good balance of cost and effectiveness.
Moderate bioavailability form. Reliable form that works well but requires 1-2 step conversions by the body. Good balance of cost and effectiveness.
Description
Fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is the transfer of fecal bacteria from a healthy individual (the donor) into the gastrointestinal tract of a recipient. FMT is used to treat recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) and is being investigated for other conditions, such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), obesity, and metabolic syndrome.
Dosage Information
- Common Dosage
- Variable, depending on the delivery method and preparation. Often a single dose, but may be repeated.