The stability and composition of intestinal flora plays a vital role in good health and wellbeing of a human being throughout life from as early as birth.
In order to improve the microbial intestinal environment, several studies have been carried out to evaluate the effect of probiotic administration for the prevention and treatment of various medical conditions. This paper aims to provide a detailed review of scientific evidence based on the use of probiotics in pediatrics, along with current knowledge concerning its benefits, tolerability, and safety. This position paper was conceived with the objective to develop a consensus document that may unify and guide pediatric healthcare providers in the management of probiotics in Latin America, while incorporating the critical variable of the benefit of probiotic use.