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Sodium Butyrate

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Sodium Butyrate. Short-chain fatty acid for colon health.

How it works. Primary colonocyte fuel; HDAC inhibitor.

What the research supports. 1 graded claims. Strongest: Anti-inflammatory (moderate).

How much to take. Typical dose: 300–600 mg.

Side effects and interactions. 1 medication interaction listed. No serious side effects listed at normal doses.

Stacking. Pairs well with Multi-strain probiotic, L-glutamine.

Common forms. Available as Capsule or softgel, Powder, Sublingual or buccal, Liposomal liquid.

Key studies. 8 studies cited. The strongest are listed with links to PubMed.

Community. Experiences from people who have tried Sodium Butyrate. Anecdotes are not medical advice.

Sodium Butyrate. Short-chain fatty acid for colon health.

Molecular structureC4H7NaO2 · 110.09 g/mol

What it is

Short-chain fatty acid for colon health.

Food sources

Endogenously produced or biosynthesized moleculeStandardized pharmaceutical- or food-grade supplementCombined with cofactors that improve absorption or activity

How it works

Primary colonocyte fuel; HDAC inhibitor.

Pathways

  • Primary colonocyte fuel
  • HDAC inhibitor

Effects

  • +Anti-inflammatory supports

What the research supports

Anti-inflammatorymoderate

Strong: consistent results across large trials or meta-analyses. Moderate: several trials, mostly positive. Limited: small or mixed studies. Preclinical: animal or cell research only.

Typical dose
300–600 mg
TimingConsistent daily timing recommended; split larger doses if GI tolerance is a concern.
With foodWith a meal containing fat for fat-soluble compounds; otherwise either.
Best formMost evidence is based on the capsule or softgel form.
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Side effects & interactions

Common side effects

  • Bad smell

Medication interactions

Prescription medications (general)minor

Always disclose Sodium Butyrate use to your prescriber — additive, antagonistic, or pharmacokinetic interactions are possible.

Check any supplement–medication combination with your pharmacist before starting.

Combines with

Pairs well

Common forms

  • Capsule or softgel
  • Powder
  • Sublingual or buccal
  • Liposomal liquid

Key studies

8 studies cited in total.

PubMed: Sodium Butyrate — Anti-inflammatory ↗
Systematic review · PubMed (NLM) · 2026

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PubMed: Sodium Butyrate — randomized controlled trial ↗
Systematic review · PubMed (NLM) · 2026

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PubMed: Sodium Butyrate — meta-analysis ↗
Systematic review · PubMed (NLM) · 2026

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