Saccharomyces Boulardii
About
Saccharomyces Boulardii belongs to the group of medicines called probiotics 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 serious 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 and strengthens immunity and overall gut health.
You are advised to take Saccharomyces Boulardii for as long as your doctor has recommended it for you, 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 belongs to the group of medicines called probiotics used to treat and prevent diarrhoea, including rotaviral diarrhoea in children. 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 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).
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Saccharomyces Boulardii
- Gas
- Bloating
- Constipation
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take Saccharomyces Boulardii if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have a weakened immune system, yeast allergy or if you are taking antifungal medicines. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Saccharomyces Boulardii can be given to children if advised 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.
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionAvoid or limit consuming alcohol while taking Saccharomyces Boulardii.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult your doctor if you are pregnant before taking this medicine; your doctor will decide whether pregnant women can take Saccharomyces Boulardii.
Breast Feeding
cautionPlease consult your doctor if you have any concerns; your doctor will decide whether Saccharomyces Boulardii can be taken by breastfeeding mothers.
Driving
not applicableSaccharomyces Boulardii is unlikely to affect your ability to drive.
Liver
cautionPlease consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Kidney
cautionPlease 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 while 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 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 by the doctor. Also, avoid exceeding the indicated dose of Saccharomyces Boulardii without the doctor’s advice. Talk to your doctor if the condition recurs or 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.
