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Saccharomyces boulardii

Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Saccharomyces boulardii

Saccharomyces boulardii is prescribed for diarrhea. It acts as a probiotic and helps by maintaining the balance of good bacteria in the intestine. The balance gets disturbed from intestinal infections or due to prolonged use of antibiotic drugs. Saccharomyces Boulardii also restricts the growth of harmful bacteria in the stomach and intestine. It overall improves the functioning of the digestive system.

The medicine can be taken with or without food. The dose and duration of this drug will be advised by the doctor. The medication can be taken in combination with oral rehydration solution (ORS). This will help in providing adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement.

The dose will depend on the medical condition patient’s history. Do not stop taking this drug until your doctor asks you to stop it. Keep a check on how you are responding to the medicine. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medication to avoid the risk of any adverse interactions.

This medication can cause few side effects like bloating and flatulence. These are very mild and do not need any special medical aid, However, you can consult a doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration of time or cause uneasiness. It is very important to tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding ladies must exercise caution during the course of treatment.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Saccharomyces boulardii

    • Severe Diarrhea

    • Loose Stools

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    What are the contraindications of Saccharomyces boulardii ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Saccharomyces boulardii ?

    • Abdominal Bloating

    • Flatulence

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Saccharomyces boulardii

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Limited information is available. It is recommended to be used only after consulting a doctor for pregnant women.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      The drug is safe to use by breastfeeding mothers. It is still advised to consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No habit forming tendencies were reported.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      It is important to consult a doctor to know the dose adjustment for patients suffering from kidney diseases as relevant information is not there.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      Relevant information is not available. Please consult to know if any dose adjustment is needed in patients with liver impairment.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      This drug does not alter the ability to drive.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      In case of an overdose, you may experience some side effects. Therefore, it is advised to take medical help immediately.

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      It is advised to not to miss a dosage since there is just one dose per day. Consume the missed dosage as soon as you remember.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    Where is the Saccharomyces boulardii approved?

    • India

    • United States

    • Japan

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    Medicines containing Saccharomyces boulardii

    Below is the list of medicines, which contains Saccharomyces boulardii as ingredient

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This drug acts as a probiotic and helps by maintaining the balance of good bacteria in the intestine. The balance gets disturbed from intestinal infections or due to prolonged use of antibiotic drugs.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

      What are the interactions of Saccharomyces boulardii ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Alcohol

        It is not known if alcohol consumption can interfere with the medicine mechanism.
      • Interaction with Food

        Information not available.

      FAQs about Saccharomyces boulardii

      • Ques : What is Saccharomyces boulardii?

        Ans : Saccharomyces boulardii is a probiotic which works by balancing the good bacteria in the small intestine by restoring it.

      • Ques : What are the uses of the Saccharomyces boulardii?

        Ans : Saccharomyces boulardii is used in treatment of diarrhea, inflammatory bowel diseases, depression and other conditions.

      • Ques : How long do I need to use Saccharomyces boulardii before I see improvement in my condition?

        Ans : This medication is to be taken till the time you see an improvement in your health conditions.

      • Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Saccharomyces boulardii?

        Ans : This medication should be taken in the dosage as prescribed by the doctor.

      • Ques : Should I use Saccharomyces boulardii empty stomach, before food or after food?

        Ans : This medication should be taken after food with plenty of water or juice in a prescribed dosage.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Saccharomyces boulardii?

        Ans : This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

      • Ques : What is the onset of action of Saccharomyces boulardii?

        Ans : The time taken by this medicine to show effects is not yet established.

      • Ques : Is Saccharomyces boulardii a habit forming drug?

        Ans : No cases of addiction have been reported yet.

      • Ques : Is it safe to take Saccharomyces boulardii with antibiotics?

        Ans : If your doctor has suggested antibiotics with this medicine, then it should be taken between two scheduled doses of antibiotics.

      • Ques : What if I’m taking other medicines? Do I need to stop them while taking Saccharomyces boulardii ?

        Ans : Saccharomyces boulardii may interact with other medicines. You need to be very careful. Consult your doctor about the doses and adjustments of all the medicines you are taking.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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