Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc
About Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc
Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc belongs to a group of medications called 'Antidiarrheals,' used to treat diarrhoea caused by various factors. It is effective in treating traveler’s diarrhoea (passage of loose stools during travel), rotavirus diarrhoea, antibiotic-associated diarrhoea, gastroenteritis-induced diarrhoea (caused by inflammation of the stomach and intestines due to an infection), and diarrhoea caused by the bacteria Clostridium difficile. Diarrhoea is a condition in which there is a frequent need to empty the bowels, characterized by loose and watery stools.
Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc contains Racecadotril (an antisecretory agent), Saccharomyces boulardii (a probiotic), and Zinc (a mineral supplement). Racecadotril is a prodrug (inactive form) that gets converted into thiorphan (active form), which inhibits enkephalinase, an enzyme that breaks down natural substances called enkephalins. This action increases enkephalin levels, which help reduce water and electrolyte secretion into the gut, making stools less watery and helping control diarrhoea. Saccharomyces boulardii helps restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut, which may have been disrupted due to infections or antibiotics. Zinc helps absorb more fluid from the gut, promotes gut lining repair, reduces inflammation, improves immune function, and clears harmful organisms that cause diarrhoea.
You are advised to take Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc as long as your doctor has prescribed, based on your medical condition. In some cases, Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc may cause common side effects, such as headache, skin redness, itching, swelling, flatulence (gas), bloating, constipation, nausea, vomiting, and stomach upset. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to consult your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
Before taking Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc, inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Also, inform your doctor about any medical conditions you have, including diarrhoea with a high fever or bloody/pus-filled stools, prolonged vomiting, lactose intolerance, angioedema (swelling), or liver, kidney, or digestive tract problems, before using Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc. Consult your doctor before using Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc if you are pregnant and breastfeeding. Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc should be used in children only if prescribed by a doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc.
Uses of Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc
Medicinal Benefits
Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc is an antidiarrheal medication used to prevent and treat diarrhoea. It contains Racecadotril, Saccharomyces boulardii, and Zinc. Racecadotril is an antisecretory agent that helps control diarrhoea by reducing fluid secretion into the gut and making stools less watery. Saccharomyces boulardii is a probiotic that helps restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut. Zinc is a mineral supplement that helps absorb more fluid from the gut, promotes gut lining repair, reduces inflammation, improves immune function, and clears harmful organisms that cause diarrhoea. Thus, Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc helps effectively treat various types of diarrhoea, including traveler's diarrhoea, rotavirus diarrhoea, antibiotic-associated diarrhoea, gastroenteritis-induced diarrhoea, and diarrhoea caused by the bacteria Clostridium difficile.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc
- Headache
- Skin redness
- Itching
- Swelling
- Flatulence (gas)
- Bloating
- Constipation
- Nausea and vomiting
- Stomach upset
Drug Warnings
Do not take Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc if you are allergic to any of its ingredients or yeast. Avoid taking Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc if you have diarrhoea with a high fever or bloody/pus-filled stools, prolonged vomiting, lactose intolerance, and angioedema (swelling) while taking angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (medications used to lower blood pressure). Inform your doctor before using Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc if you have digestive tract disease, a weakened immune system, dehydration, or liver or kidney disease. Keep your doctor informed about your medication history to rule out any side effects or interactions. Consult your doctor before using Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc if you are pregnant and breastfeeding. Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc should be used in children only if prescribed by a doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol while using Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc, as it may reduce the absorption of this medication.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc may interact with certain medications, such as blood pressure-lowering medications (captopril, enalapril), antifungals (fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole), anticancer drugs (cisplatin), heavy metal detoxifiers (penicillamine), antivirals (ritonavir), and antibiotics (tetracycline, cephalexin).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid consuming alcohol while using Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc, as it may reduce the absorption of this medication.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor before using Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc if you have certain medical conditions, such as diarrhoea with a high fever or bloody/pus-filled stools, prolonged vomiting, digestive tract disease, a weakened immune system, dehydration, or liver or kidney disease.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeAvoid consuming alcohol while using Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc, as it may reduce the absorption of this medication.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorPlease consult your doctor before using Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Your doctor will decide whether Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc is safe for use during pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorPlease consult your doctor before using Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide whether Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc is safe for use in breastfeeding mothers.
Driving
safeRacecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc does not affect your ability to drive or handle machinery.
Liver
cautionDose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Kidney
cautionDose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Children
safe if prescribedRacecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc is safe for children only if prescribed by a doctor. The doctor will decide the dose and duration of Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc based on the child's age and severity of the condition.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Drink plenty of fluids or water to stay hydrated.
- To avoid upsetting your stomach, eat bland foods like bananas, rice, apples, cream of wheat, soda crackers, farina, applesauce, and toast.
- Avoid consuming milk, dairy products, spicy foods, processed foods, pork, sardines, raw vegetables, rhubarb, onions, corn, citrus fruits, alcohol, pineapples, cherries, seeded berries, grapes, and caffeinated and carbonated drinks.
- Eat fibre-rich food such as whole grains, lentils, beans, broccoli, and peas.
Special Advise
- Regularly monitor your electrolyte levels, hydration status, and stool frequency and consistency.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Diarrhoea: It occurs when there is a frequent need to empty the bowels, characterized by loose and watery stools. Diarrhoea could be acute or chronic. Acute diarrhoea occurs suddenly and lasts for a short while, generally less than 14 days, and is often caused by gastroenteritis. On the other hand, chronic diarrhoea lasts for at least four weeks and may be caused by intestinal diseases such as Crohn's disease or celiac disease. The symptoms of diarrhoea include nausea, abdominal pain, cramps, dehydration, bloating, a frequent urge to empty the bowels, and a large volume of watery stools.
FAQs
Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc belongs to a group of medications called 'Antidiarrheals,' used to prevent and treat diarrhoea caused by various factors. It is effective in treating traveler’s diarrhoea (passage of unformed stools during travel), rotavirus diarrhoea, antibiotic-associated diarrhoea, gastroenteritis-induced diarrhoea (caused by inflammation of the stomach and intestines due to an infection), and diarrhoea caused by the bacteria Clostridium difficile.
Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc contains Racecadotril (an antisecretory agent), Saccharomyces boulardii (a probiotic), and Zinc (a mineral supplement). Racecadotril is a prodrug (inactive form) that gets converted into thiorphan (active form), which inhibits enkephalinase, an enzyme that breaks down natural substances called enkephalins. This action increases enkephalin levels, which help reduce water and electrolyte secretion into the gut, making stools less watery and helping control diarrhoea. Saccharomyces boulardii helps restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut, which may have been disrupted due to infections or antibiotics. Zinc helps absorb more fluid from the gut, promotes gut lining repair, reduces inflammation, improves immune function, and clears harmful organisms that cause diarrhoea.
Common side effects of Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc may include headache, skin redness, itching, swelling, flatulence (gas), bloating, constipation, nausea, vomiting, and stomach upset. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to consult your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
Do not take Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc if you are allergic to any of its ingredients or yeast. Avoid taking Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc if you have diarrhoea with a high fever or bloody/pus-filled stools, prolonged vomiting, lactose intolerance, and angioedema (swelling) while taking angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (medications used to lower blood pressure).
Yes, Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc contains Saccharomyces boulardii, a probiotic that helps restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut, which may have been disrupted due to antibiotic use or infections.
Do not take Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc for longer durations unless prescribed by the doctor. Talk to your doctor if you do not feel better even after taking Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc for 7 days.
Although Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc helps decrease the amount of salts and fluids secreted into the intestine, it does not help with rehydration. Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc should be taken along with oral rehydration solutions (ORS) to avoid dehydration which occurs due to fluid loss during diarrhoea.
If you have milk intolerance, discuss it with your doctor before using Racecadotril+saccharomyces Boulardii+zinc. The medication may contain lactose or other milk-derived ingredients, which could exacerbate your intolerance. Your doctor may recommend alternative treatments or adjustments to ensure your safety.
Avoid eating milk, dairy products, spicy foods, processed foods, pork, sardines, raw vegetables, rhubarb, onions, corn, citrus fruits, alcohol, pineapples, cherries, seeded berries, grapes, and caffeinated or carbonated drinks while you are suffering from diarrhoea.
