DOXYCYCLINE+SACCHAROMYCES BOULARDII is a combination medicine used to manage inflammatory bowel diseases such as colitis. It may also be used to treat bacterial infections. Colitis is the inflammation of the mucosal lining of the colon/large intestine, generally caused by infections.
DOXYCYCLINE+SACCHAROMYCES BOULARDII contains Doxycycline and Saccharomyces boulardii. Doxycycline inhibits bacterial growth and has anti-inflammatory effects. Saccharomyces boulardii prevents the growth of harmful bacteria in the intestines and stomach.
In some cases, DOXYCYCLINE+SACCHAROMYCES BOULARDII may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and headache. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to consult the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
Let the doctor know if you are allergic to any of the components in DOXYCYCLINE+SACCHAROMYCES BOULARDII. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Keep the doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.
Colitis, Bacterial infections
DOXYCYCLINE+SACCHAROMYCES BOULARDII belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to manage inflammatory bowel diseases such as colitis. It may also be used to treat bacterial infections. It may also help restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut, which may have gotten upset due to the use of antibiotics. It relieves frequent loose motions and helps you stay healthy by preventing them from recurring.
Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Loss of appetite
Do not take DOXYCYCLINE+SACCHAROMYCES BOULARDII if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform the doctor if you have liver or kidney disease, asthma, sulfite allergy, seizures, blood clotting problems, or increased pressure in the skull. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Doxycycline during tooth development (last half of pregnancy, infancy and childhood up to 8 years) may cause permanent discolouration of teeth (yellow, grey, brown). Doxycycline should not be used in these age groups unless other medicines are contraindicated. Let the doctor know if you take other medicines, including supplements or herbal products.
Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform the doctor if you take antibiotics (amoxicillin+clavulanic acid).
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform the doctor if you have liver problems, seizures, or immunity problems.
It is unknown if alcohol interacts with DOXYCYCLINE+SACCHAROMYCES BOULARDII, so please consult a doctor.
DOXYCYCLINE+SACCHAROMYCES BOULARDII contains doxycycline, which might cause permanent tooth discolouration if used during the last half of pregnancy. Please consult a doctor before taking DOXYCYCLINE+SACCHAROMYCES BOULARDII if you are pregnant.
Please consult a doctor before taking DOXYCYCLINE+SACCHAROMYCES BOULARDII if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if DOXYCYCLINE+SACCHAROMYCES BOULARDII can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.
It is unknown whether DOXYCYCLINE+SACCHAROMYCES BOULARDII affects your ability to drive. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.
Limited data is available. Please consult the doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns.
Limited data is available. Please consult the doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns.
The use of doxycycline in children up to 8 years may cause tooth discolouration. Therefore, please consult the doctor.
Colitis: It is the inflammation of the mucosal lining of the colon/large intestine, generally caused by infections. Symptoms include abdominal pain, cramps, blood or pus in stool, diarrhoea, fever, and weight loss.
Bacterial infection: It is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect the body. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. Generalized symptoms of bacterial infection are fevers, chills, and fatigue. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. However, people with a weak immune system or taking immunosuppressive medicines are more prone to bacterial infection.