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SACCHAROMYCES BOULARDII

Saccharomyces boulardii is used to treat and prevent diarrhea. It is a newly-identified strain of baker’s yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae.

Saccharomyces boulardii is used in the following:

●        Treating and preventing diarrhea

Do not give this drug to people with the following conditions:

  • Immunocompromisedpatients
  • Gastrointestinal(GI) wall perforation

No available information.

Precautions

Take extra caution in patients with the following medical conditions:

  • Children
  • Pregnancy and breastfeeding
  • Weakened immune system
  • Yeast allergy

Interactions

Saccharomyces boulardii may interact with the following medicines:

  • Medications for fungal infections (Antifungals)

If you think you have used Saccharomyces boulardii  more than the usual dosage, please seeks medical help immediately.

Available Brands:

  • Florastor
  • Saccharomyces Boulardii+MOS
  • Florastor Kids

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