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A member asked:

Is vsl#3 safe with 3mg t.d.s budesonide? i wasn't sure if there's potential for overgrowth. (otherwise immunocompetent)

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Yes, why: Yes it is usually safe. Any time you use an inhaled steroid, the is a risk of yeast overgrowth. Your medical conditions you list do not include asthma

Answered 7/20/2020

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