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Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm is used to treat and prevent diarrhoea. It contains Saccharomyces boulardii, which helps fight disease-causing organisms in the gut, restores the balance of intestinal flora, and strengthens immunity and overall gut health. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as gas, bloating, and constipation. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
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More about the Product

Manufacturer/Marketer :

DR Johns Lab Pharma Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm

Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm is used to treat and prevent diarrhoea, including rotaviral diarrhoea in children. Sacro 250 mg Sachet 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 severe intestinal disease in premature infants).

Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm contains Saccharomyces boulardii, a friendly micro-organism that helps fight disease-causing organisms in the gut, such as yeast and bacteria. Thereby, Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm helps in treating diarrhoea. Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm helps restore the balance of intestinal bacterial flora, strengthening immunity and overall gut health.

You are advised to take Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm for as long as your doctor has recommended, depending on your medical condition. Sacro 250 mg Sachet 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 Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm. If you are known to be allergic to any of the components in Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm, please inform your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm can be given to children if recommended by a doctor. Avoid or limit alcohol consumption while taking Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm.

Uses of Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm

Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm is used in the treatment of Diarrhoea. The detailed uses of Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm are as follows:

  • Treats diarrhoea: Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm is effective for traveller’s Diarrhoea, antibiotic-associated Diarrhoea, and rotaviral Diarrhoea.
  • Supports gut health: Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm supports gut health and helps prevent various digestive issues.

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Directions for Use

  • Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm can be taken with or without food.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • It should be administered orally, directly or mixed with water.
  • Do not mix with very cold or hot water.

Key Benefits

  • Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm contains Saccharomyces boulardii, a probiotic yeast that restores the balance of beneficial bacteria in the gut. It helps maintain healthy intestinal flora, protects against harmful microbes, and supports digestive immunity.
  • Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm is effective in treating and preventing various types of diarrhoea, including acute infectious diarrhoea and rotaviral diarrhoea in children, by reducing the duration and severity of symptoms.
  • Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm helps prevent and manage antibiotic-associated diarrhoea and Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhoea by replenishing healthy gut microbes and reducing inflammation caused by harmful bacteria.
  • Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm supports Helicobacter pylori eradication therapy by improving treatment tolerance, reducing gastrointestinal side effects, and maintaining microbial balance during antibiotic use.
  • Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm is also beneficial in preventing traveller’s diarrhoea and managing diarrhoea in people with HIV/AIDS. It may offer additional support in conditions like necrotising enterocolitis in premature infants and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

How Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm Works

Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm contains Saccharomyces boulardii, a friendly micro-organism that helps fight disease-causing organisms in the gut, such as yeast and bacteria. Thereby, Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm helps in treating diarrhoea. Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm helps restore the balance of intestinal bacterial flora, strengthening immunity and overall gut health.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm

Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm is generally safe, and taking more than the recommended dose usually causes only mild symptoms, such as gas or bloating. However, in individuals with weakened immunity or a serious illness, there is a rare risk of fungal infection. If any unusual symptoms occur after an overdose, medical advice should be sought.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm if you are allergic to Saccharomyces boulardii or any of its ingredients.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a weakened immune system (due to illness or medications), as special care may be needed.
  • Tell your doctor if you have a known yeast allergy before starting Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm.
  • Let your doctor know if you are taking any antifungal medicines, as they may reduce the effectiveness of Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm.
  • Consult your doctor before using Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm can be given to children, but only if recommended by a doctor.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
  • Include bland foods such as bananas, rice, apples, cream of wheat, soda crackers, farina, applesauce, and toast to avoid aggravating the digestive system.
  • Avoid eating foods such as milk, dairy products, spicy foods, processed foods, pork, veal, sardines, raw vegetables, rhubarb, onions, corn, citrus fruits, alcohol, pineapples, cherries, seeded berries, grapes, caffeinated and carbonated drinks. 
  • Eat fibre-rich food such as whole grains, lentils, beans, broccoli, and peas.
  • Wash your hands thoroughly before eating, preparing, or serving food.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIDIARRHEALS]

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid or limit consuming alcohol while taking Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant before taking this medicine; your doctor will decide whether pregnant women can take Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns; your doctor will decide whether breastfeeding mothers can take Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm.

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Driving

Safe

Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm is unlikely to affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm can be given to children if advised by the doctor.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm is safe for heart patients with stable conditions. However, it should be used under medical supervision in patients with weakened immunity or those hospitalised, due to rare but serious infection risks.

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Geriatrics

Safe if prescribed

Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm is generally safe for most elderly patients, especially for treating or preventing diarrhoea. However, it should be used with caution and under a doctor's supervision in elderly patients who are very weak, have low immunity, or are hospitalised.

FAQs

Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm belongs to the group of medicines called probiotics, used to treat diarrhoea.

Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm helps in fighting disease-causing organisms in the gut, such as bacteria. Thus, it helps in treating diarrhoea.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm for as long as advised. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm.

Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm is yeast (fungus). Therefore, taking Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm with anti-fungal medicines might decrease the effectiveness of Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

Do not take Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm for longer durations unless advised by the doctor. Also, avoid exceeding the indicated dose of Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm without the doctor’s advice. Talk to your doctor if the condition recurs or there is no symptomatic improvement.

Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm can be taken with antibiotics if advised by the doctor. However, you are advised to maintain a gap of 2 hours between Sacro 250 mg Sachet 1 gm and antibiotics.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

212, Choudhary Dilip Singh Bhawan Shah Pur Jat, New Delhi, Delhi 110049
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