Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition containing several different bacteria including Streptococcus thermophilus, Lactobacilli and Bifidobacteria is disclosed. The bacteria are present in the composition at a total concentration of 1.times.10.sup.11 to 1.times.10.sup.13 per gram. Further, methods of using the pharmaceutical are disclosed which include treatment of a gastrointestinal disorder and hypercholesteremia. Also a method for modulating a host's immune response is disclosed.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
May 24, 1995
Date of Patent:
February 10, 1998
Assignees:
Renata Maria Anna Cavaliere Vesely, Claudio De Simone
Inventors:
Renata Maria Anna Cavaliere Vesely, Claudio De Simone