Frequently Asked Questions
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Can't find Bion in your country? Is Bion known differently around the world?
Bion® is available in more than 60 countries and can be found under the following brand names; Multibionta®, Bion-3® and Omnibionta®. -
What are probiotic cultures and how are they beneficial to health?
The term "probiotic" is derived from the Greek "pro bios" and literally means " for life". It is used nowadays to describe the health-promoting action of certain live microorganisms, the lactic acid bacteria. These bacteria are important constituents of a healthy gut flora. During their passage through our digestive tract, above all else, probiotic lactic acid bacteria have to withstand stomach and bile acid, because this is the only way that ade...Read more -
How do the probiotic cultures in Bion reach the gut alive?
Some products in Bion® range contain probiotics which are contained in a triple layer tablet that is coated with a protective film. Through the use of specially patented manufacturing techniques, for the first time Merck has been successful in combining probiotics with vitamins and minerals in some of the products within the Bion® range. The innovative Merck coated triple layer tablet delivery system helps the probiotic bacteria make their journe...Read more -
What is the purpose of the triple layer tablet?
The purpose of the triple layer tablet is to separate the probiotics from the other layers containing vitamins and minerals to assist transport to the gut. -
Who benefits from taking Bion?
Those who would like to maintain a healthy lifestyle from children through to adults 50+ looking for the benefits of vitality, immunity & digestive gut function. -
How many tablets do I take per day?
Take one Bion® tablet daily with a cold drink. Many people find that it’s easier to remember if they take it at the same time every day, e.g. with breakfast. -
Can Bion be taken with a hot or warm drink?
We recommend that Bion® should be taken with a cold drink, as a hot or warm drink may damage the protective coating of some products - one of the special features of products in the Bion® range. The Bion® tablet needs to be swallowed whole and intact for the living probiotic cultures to reach the gut where they can exert their many positive, health-promoting effects. For other products within the range that are chewable we still recommend not tak...Read more -
Can Bion tablets be divided and dissolved?
Dividing or dissolving the Bion® tablet is not recommended because this would damage the protective layer around the tablet of some products. This layer provides an additional protection for the probiotic cultures from stomach and bile acid during their passage through the stomach and intestine. The Bion® tablet needs to be swallowed whole and intact for the living probiotic cultures to reach the gut where they can exert their many positive, heal...Read more -
Why is Bion special or different?
Some products in the Bion® range contain not only vitamins and minerals but also probiotics, in a triple layer tablet. Through the use of specially patented manufacturing techniques, for the first time Merck has been successful in combining probiotics with vitamins and minerals in some products in the Bion® range. The innovative Merck coated triple layer tablet delivery system helps the probiotic bacteria make their journey to the gut.Read more -
Where is Bion available?
Available in selected grocery, pharmacies and drugstores (see country selection for exact availability).
