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- •An online probiotics database was developed for use by healthcare professionals.
- •Database contained a total of 449 probiotic products and 584 clinical study excerpts.
- •Beta-testing was conducted among community pharmacists for feedback.
- •Overall, pharmacists were satisfied with the database and willing to use it again.
- •Database was intuitive to use and information was clear, comprehensive and useful.
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Accepted for publication October 14, 2021.
