Mutaflor a unique probiotic, clinically examined with strain specific characteristics and proven efficacy. Mutaflor is presented in either a 20, 50 or 100 capsule pack. The capsules are enteric coated, reddish brown in colour and cannot be pulled apart. This colouring is part of the enteric coating and ensures that the capsule will not degrade and open until the start of the large intestine is reached. The capsule contents are a beige powder. Characteristics of Escherichia coli strain Nissle 1917: the ability to colonize antagonistic activity – inhibition of growth and or killing of pathogens anti-invasive – prevention of colonisation in the gut by pathogens synthesis of endogenous antimicrobial peptides-defensins mucosal integrity – contributing to luminal metabolism and stability of intestinal milieu-enhanced epithelial barrier function anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects stimulation of colonic mucosa The therapeutic effects of Mutaflor are strain spe Mutaflor Probiotics Cap X 100.