Saccharomyces Boulardii
About Saccharomyces Boulardii
Saccharomyces Boulardii is used to treat and prevent diarrhoea, including rotaviral diarrhoea in children. Saccharomyces Boulardii 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).
Saccharomyces Boulardii contains Saccharomyces boulardii, a friendly micro-organism that helps fight disease-causing organisms in the gut, such as yeast and bacteria. Thereby, Saccharomyces Boulardii helps in treating diarrhoea. Saccharomyces Boulardii helps restore the balance of intestinal bacterial flora, strengthening immunity and overall gut health.
You are advised to take Saccharomyces Boulardii for as long as your doctor has recommended, depending on your medical condition. Saccharomyces Boulardii 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 Saccharomyces Boulardii. If you are known to be allergic to any of the components in Saccharomyces Boulardii, please inform your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking Saccharomyces Boulardii if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Saccharomyces Boulardii can be given to children if recommended by a doctor. Avoid or limit alcohol consumption while taking Saccharomyces Boulardii.
Uses of Saccharomyces Boulardii
Medicinal Benefits
- Saccharomyces Boulardii 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.
- Saccharomyces Boulardii 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.
- Saccharomyces Boulardii helps prevent and manage antibiotic-associated diarrhoea and Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhoea by replenishing healthy gut microbes and reducing inflammation caused by harmful bacteria.
- Saccharomyces Boulardii supports Helicobacter pylori eradication therapy by improving treatment tolerance, reducing gastrointestinal side effects, and maintaining microbial balance during antibiotic use.
- Saccharomyces Boulardii 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).
Directions for Use
- Saccharomyces Boulardii can be taken with or without food as advised by the doctor.
- Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
- Pour the contents into a glass of water or your preferred beverage, stir well, and drink immediately.
- Avoid mixing the contents with very hot or cold liquids.
Storage
Side Effects of Saccharomyces Boulardii
- Gas
- Bloating
- Constipation
Drug Warnings
- Do not take Saccharomyces Boulardii 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 Saccharomyces Boulardii.
- Let your doctor know if you are taking any antifungal medicines, as they may reduce the effectiveness of Saccharomyces Boulardii.
- Consult your doctor before using Saccharomyces Boulardii if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Saccharomyces Boulardii can be given to children, but only if recommended by a doctor.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Saccharomyces Boulardii may interact with anti-fungal medicines (fluconazole, caspofungin, itraconazole, amphotericin).
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have a weakened immune system or yeast allergy.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionAvoid or limit consuming alcohol while taking Saccharomyces Boulardii.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorPlease consult your doctor if you are pregnant before taking this medicine; your doctor will decide whether pregnant women can take Saccharomyces Boulardii.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorPlease consult your doctor if you have any concerns; your doctor will decide whether breastfeeding mothers can take Saccharomyces Boulardii.
Driving
safeSaccharomyces Boulardii is unlikely to affect your ability to drive.
Liver
consult your doctorPlease consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Kidney
consult your doctorPlease consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Children
consult your doctorSaccharomyces Boulardii can be given to children if advised by the doctor.
Habit Forming
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.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Diarrhoea: Diarrhoea is the condition in which there is a frequent need to empty the bowels. It is characterised by loose and watery stools. Diarrhoea could be acute or chronic. Acute diarrhoea generally lasts for a few days. It could occur due to bacterial infection or food poisoning. Chronic diarrhoea lasts for at least four weeks. It could occur due to intestinal disease/disorder such as Crohn’s disease or celiac disease. The causes of diarrhoea include food intolerance, food allergy, adverse reaction to any medicine, viral infection, bacterial infection, intestinal disease, parasitic infection, and stomach or gallbladder surgery. The symptoms of diarrhoea include nausea, abdominal pain, cramps, dehydration, and bloating, frequent urge to empty the bowels, a large volume of stools or watery stools.
FAQs
Saccharomyces Boulardii belongs to the group of medicines called probiotics, used to treat diarrhoea.
Saccharomyces Boulardii 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 Saccharomyces Boulardii for as long as advised. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Saccharomyces Boulardii.
Saccharomyces Boulardii is yeast (fungus). Therefore, taking Saccharomyces Boulardii with anti-fungal medicines might decrease the effectiveness of Saccharomyces Boulardii. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.
Do not take Saccharomyces Boulardii for longer durations unless advised to do so by your doctor. Also, avoid exceeding the recommended dose of Saccharomyces Boulardii without consulting your doctor. Consult your doctor if the condition recurs or if there is no symptomatic improvement.
Saccharomyces Boulardii can be taken with antibiotics if advised by the doctor. However, you are advised to maintain a gap of 2 hours between Saccharomyces Boulardii and antibiotics.
