Proentra Powder 1 gm is used to treat and prevent diarrhoea, including rotaviral diarrhoea in children. Proentra Powder 1 gm may also be used for acne, antibiotic-associated diarrhoea, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea, Helicobacter pylori infection, traveller’s diarrhoea, diarrhoea in people with HIV/AIDS, and necrotising enterocolitis (a serious intestinal disease in premature infants).
Proentra Powder 1 gm contains ‘Saccharomyces boulardii’, a friendly micro-organism that helps fight disease-causing organisms in the gut, such as yeast and bacteria. Thereby, Proentra Powder 1 gm helps in treating diarrhoea. Proentra Powder 1 gm helps restore the balance of intestinal bacterial flora and strengthens immunity and overall gut health.
You are advised to take Proentra Powder 1 gm for as long as your doctor has recommended it for you, depending on your medical condition. Proentra Powder 1 gm is generally safe and does not cause any side effects. Sometimes, it may cause gas, bloating, and constipation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. Talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicines or herbal products before starting Proentra Powder 1 gm. If you are known to be allergic to any of the components in Proentra Powder 1 gm, please inform your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking Proentra Powder 1 gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Proentra Powder 1 gm can be given to children if recommended by a doctor. Avoid or limit alcohol consumption while taking Proentra Powder 1 gm.