Bioflora drug (saccharomyces boulardii): Effective prevention and treatment of diarrhea

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Bioflora (saccharomyces boulardii) is a medicine used to treat acute diarrhea in adults and children as well as prevent diarrhea when taking antibiotics. So how is Bioflora used and what should be noted when using it? Let's learn the necessary information about drugs through the following SignsSymptomsList article.

Active ingredient: saccharomyces boulardii.

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• 1. General description of the drug Bioflora
• 2. Indications of the drug Bioflora
• 3. Dosage and way of taking medicine
• 4. Contraindications of the drug Bioflora
• 5. Notes and cautions when using Bioflora thuốc
• 6. Undesirable effects
• 7. Bioflora drug interactions
• 8. Overdose
• 9. Pregnant and lactating women
• 10. How to store Bioflora medicine

1. General description of the drug Bioflora

Drug form and strength:

• Each Bioflora 200mg capsule contains 200mg of lyophilized Saccharomyces boulardii CNCM I-745.
• Each pack of Bioflora 100mg powder for oral suspension contains 100mg of lyophilized Saccharomyces boulardii CNCM I-745.

The lyophilized form of the active ingredient ensures the stability and viability of Saccharomyces boulardii CNCM I-745.

Bioflora drugs are available in many designs and strengths

2. Indications of the drug Bioflora

Bioflora is indicated in:

• Treatment of acute diarrhea in adults and children in combination with oral rehydration.
• Prevent diarrhea while taking antibiotics.
• Prevention of recurrent diarrhea caused by Clostridium difficile.

3. Dosage and way of taking medicine

Amount

Adults and children over 6 years old:

• Take 1 Bioflora tablet per day.
• Or take 2 sachets of Bioflora per day, divided into 2 times.

Children under 6 years old:

• Drink 2 packs of Biloflora per day, divided into 2 times.

How to use

The drug is taken orally, specifically:

• Powdered medicine: dissolve the medicine in the sachet into a glass of water.
• Tablets: Swallow the tablet with water.

The capsules are not recommended for children under 6 years of age (risk of choking).

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Children should be given oral solution

4. Contraindications of the drug Bioflora

Bioflora is contraindicated in the following cases:

• Hypersensitivity to one of the ingredients of the drug.
• The patient had a central venous catheter placed.

5. Notes and cautions when using Bioflora thuốc

Note

Do not open the package near the patient's central venous catheter. Avoid any contact with the catheter, especially hands. Very rare cases of fungal infections in the blood have been reported in patients with central venous catheters even without treatment with Saccharomyces boulardii CNCM I-745. Most commonly result in fever and positive blood cultures for Saccharomyces .

Due to the presence of lactose, this medicine should not be used in patients with galactose intolerance, the L-app lactase deficiency or the glucose and galactose malabsorption syndrome (rare metabolic disease).

In addition, this medicine should not be used by patients with fructose intolerance because the drug contains fructose.

Careful

Bioflora should not be mixed with alcoholic beverages, foods or drinks that are too hot (over 50°C) or too cold because the drug contains yeast cells that live and grow at 37°C.

The drug does not affect the ability to drive and use machines.

6. Undesirable effects

Bioflora may cause side effects such as:

• Immune system: very rarely allergic reactions (possibly Quincke's edema), erythema, pruritus.
• Skin and subcutaneous tissue: rare cases of urticaria .

Inform your doctor or pharmacist of any unwanted effects you experience while using this medicine.

Rare side effects such as urticaria

7. Bioflora drug interactions

Due to the nature of the drug being yeast, Bioflora should not be combined with antifungal agents.

Inform your doctor about any medicines (including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, herbal medicines, etc.), foods that you or your child are taking. If you notice any unusual signs while taking the drug, immediately notify your pharmacist or doctor.

8. Overdose

Due to the nature and pharmacokinetic properties of the drug, there are no symptoms of overdose.

However, if there are any unwanted effects when taking an overdose, you should stop taking the drug and go to the nearest hospital for treatment.

9. Pregnant and lactating women

Clinically, Bioflora has not been reported to cause malformations or toxicity to the fetus. However, it is better not to take this medicine during pregnancy and use caution if you are breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before use.

Pregnant or nursing women should consult a doctor before using Bioflora

10. How to store Bioflora medicine

Bioflora should be stored in a dry place, away from moisture, at a temperature below 30°C, protected from light. Keep out of reach of CHILDREN. Do not use the medicine past the expiry date

Bioflora (saccharomyces boulardii) is a medicine used to treat acute diarrhea, used for both adults and children. Above is the reference information from SignsSymptomsList about Bioflora drug. If you have any concerns, contact your doctor or pharmacist for specific advice.