Main Finding: Vicofem® supports women’s health by reducing BV recurrence, protecting against urogenital pathogens, and improving vaginal health in post‑menopause.
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Study 1
Reducing Recurrence of Bacterial Vaginosis
Objective
To test whether oral supplementation with SynbÆctive® Femme reduces recurrence of bacterial vaginosis (BV, an imbalance of vaginal microbiota) after antibiotic treatment.
Methodology
62 women with BV; all received metronidazole. 50 also took SynbÆctive® Femme daily for 5 months, 25 served as control.
Results
BV recurrence was 16% in the probiotic group vs. 40% in controls. Vaginal microbiota showed greater normalization in the probiotic group.
Murina, F., & Vicariotto, F. (2019). Evaluation of an orally administered multistrain probiotic supplement in reducing recurrences rate of bacterial vaginosis: A clinical and microbiological study. Advances in Infectious Diseases, 9(3), 151–161. https://doi.org/10.4236/aid.2019.93011
Study 2
Antimicrobial & Barrier Protection (In Vitro)
Objective
To evaluate the antimicrobial, anti‑adhesive, and co‑aggregation activity of SynbÆctive® Femme against urogenital pathogens.
Methodology
In vitro (lab‑based, outside the body) tests on reconstructed human vaginal and bladder epithelium (protective cell lining) infected with Candida glabrata, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Trichomonas vaginalis, and Escherichia coli.
Results
The probiotic blend completely inhibited Trichomonas vaginalis, strongly reduced Candida glabrata and Neisseria gonorrhoeae, and blocked Escherichia coli adhesion while preserving epithelial integrity.
Conclusion
Vicofem® protects against multiple pathogens and supports vaginal barrier health.
Results:
Malfa, P., Brambilla, L., Giardina, S., Masciarelli, M., Squarzanti, D. F., Carlomagno, F., & Meloni, M. (2023). Evaluation of antimicrobial, antiadhesive and co‑aggregation activity of a multi‑strain probiotic composition against different urogenital pathogens. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 24(2), 1323. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms24021323
Study 3
Improving Vaginal Health in Post‑Menopausal Women
Objective
To assess the effect of SynbÆctive® Femme on vaginal health outcomes in post‑menopausal women.
Methodology
Post‑menopausal women supplemented daily for 28 days. Outcomes measured: vaginal pH (acidity level; a healthy vagina is slightly acidic), Vaginal Health Index (VHI, a score of elasticity, moisture, and mucosa integrity), and Lactobacillus abundance.
Results
Vaginal pH improved towards a healthy acidic range; VHI scores increased (better elasticity, secretion, and mucosa integrity); Lactobacillus levels rose significantly.
Conclusion
Vicofem® restores a Lactobacillus‑dominated microbiota and enhances vaginal well‑being in menopause.
Results:
[Authors]. (2024). Amelioration of vaginal microbiota in post‑menopausal women through oral probiotic supplementation: Clinical outcomes of SynbÆctive® Femme. [Journal details to be updated].