Bactospore-S Sachet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Kruger Nutra Med Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Racecadotril (10mg) + Saccharomyces boulardii (2.5Billion Spores) + Lactobacillus (100Million spores)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	GASTRO INTESTINAL
User Rating	4.2
User Reviews	471

FAQ

What other medicines should my child avoid while taking Bactospore-S?

Although Bactospore-S is not known to cause any interaction with other medicines, you should inform the doctor if your child is taking any medicine. It is best to narrate the complete medical history of your child as this will help the doctor understand your child’s needs better.

My child is passing watery stools mixed with blood and is also suffering from fever. Is Bactospore-S the right choice of treatment?

No, do not give Bactospore-S if your child is passing stools mixed with blood or pus along with having a high body temperature (fever). These symptoms are indicative of some underlying pathology (infection) and may require some other line of treatment.

My child is one year old and is suffering from a neurological disorder. Is it safe to give Bactospore-S?

Usually, Bactospore-S does not enter into the central nervous system and lacks the potential to cause serious side effects such as neurotoxicity. But, since children below the age of 2 have underdeveloped membranes, there could be a chance of the medicine entering the brain and causing side effects. So, consult your child’s doctor before giving Bactospore-S in such a condition.

My child is suffering from long-term (chronic) diarrhea. Can I give Bactospore-S?

The use of Bactospore-S in chronic diarrhea has not been sufficiently studied. Therefore, it is best to consult your child’s doctor before giving this medicine to your child for long-term diarrhea.

How long does Bactospore-S take to work?

Treatment with Bactospore-S should be continued until two normal stools are passed. However, if diarrhea does not get better after seven days of treatment you must talk to the doctor. Make sure neither to extend nor to stop the treatment by yourself without consulting your child’s doctor. Doing so may have side effects or may lead to a recurrence of symptoms.

What if I forget to give Bactospore-S to my child?

Do not panic. You can give the missed dose medicine as soon as you remember unless your child’s doctor has advised otherwise. Remember not to double the dose to catch up with the missed one. In case of any confusion, do consult your child’s doctor.

Bactospore-S Sachet Reviews

Bactospore-S contains three medicines. It helps relieve the symptoms of acute diarrhea in infants and children. Bactospore-S reduces the amount of water and salts that are lost in the stools. This medicine is usually given when fluids and dietary measures fail to prove effective against the symptoms of diarrhea.

Give Bactospore-S to your child orally either before or after food, preferably in addition to ORS (oral rehydration solution). Usually, it is given three times a day, but this dose will vary depending upon the child's body weight and age. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking Bactospore-S, repeat the same dose once your child feels better. Along with taking this medicine, your child needs to drink plenty of fluids and eat a healthy balanced diet.

This medicine may cause some minor and short-term side effects such as headache, skin rash, and constipation. These episodes are temporary and subside on their own once the child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, in case they persist for long or start bothering your child, you must consult your child’s doctor without any delay.

Your child’s doctor must be aware if your child has ever had any previous episode of allergy, bowel obstruction, electrolyte imbalance, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This will guide the doctor in planning your child’s overall treatment.

How Bactospore-S Sachet Works

Bactospore-S contains three active ingredients: Racecadotril, Saccharomyces boulardii, and Lactobacillus. Racecadotril has an anti-secretory effect. It reduces the secretion of water and electrolytes from the intestine. This helps to replenish the fluids lost from the body due to diarrhea. Saccharomyces boulardii and Lactobacillus are probiotics. Both of them promote the growth of good bacteria in the gut, improving gut health and preventing intestinal infection.

How to Use Bactospore-S Sachet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Empty the granules in a glass of water/milk, stir it and consume immediately. Bactospore-S may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Bactospore-S Sachet

In Treatment of Diarrhea: Diarrhea refers to the passing of loose, watery stools three or more times a day due to an infection in the gastrointestinal tract. It may also occur as a result of prolonged intake of antibiotics (Antibiotic-induced diarrhea). Bactospore-S reduces the excessive secretion of water and electrolytes and helps replenish the lost fluids and salts. It also helps treat loose stools and prevents abdominal distension or flatulence. The presence of probiotics in Bactospore-S helps to replenish the gut flora (good bacteria) and renders relief.Your child needs to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it. Also, ensure that your child drinks plenty of fluids to stay hydrated while taking this medicine.

Uses of Bactospore-S Sachet

Treatment of Diarrhea

Bactospore-S Sachet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Kidney ^CAUTION

Bactospore-S should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bactospore-S may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^CAUTION

Bactospore-S should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bactospore-S may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Do not give Bactospore-S if your child has persistent uncontrolled vomiting as this medicine will not be absorbed.
Bactospore-S is not recommended to be taken more than 7 days unless advised otherwise.
Give your child plenty of fluids to replenish water and mineral loss.
Bactospore-S should be used together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement.
Do not use Bactospore-S, if your child has blood and pus in the stools or fever. This may be due to bacterial infection and may need different treatment.
Do not give Bactospore-S if your child is less than 3 months of age.
Do not mix Bactospore-S along with any other herbal or ayurvedic medicine as it can harm.