Enterofine Sachet
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Product introduction
Enterofine Sachet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of diarrhea. It manages the symptoms of diarrhea such as stomach pain, cramps, and loose stools. It also promotes the growth of good bacteria in the gut that prevents loss of water from the body.
Enterofine Sachet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are headache, rash, and itching. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. Lifestyle modifications like having fiber-rich diet, increase fluid intake and regular exercise can help you to get better results.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. It is important to avoid alcohol consumption while you are on this medication, as this may affect your liver functioning. You should consult your doctor immediately if you experience any allergic reactions symptoms include skin redness or rashes etc.
Enterofine Sachet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are headache, rash, and itching. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. Lifestyle modifications like having fiber-rich diet, increase fluid intake and regular exercise can help you to get better results.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. It is important to avoid alcohol consumption while you are on this medication, as this may affect your liver functioning. You should consult your doctor immediately if you experience any allergic reactions symptoms include skin redness or rashes etc.
Uses of Enterofine Powder
Benefits of Enterofine Powder
In Diarrhea
Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements. It can most commonly occur due to an infection of the digestive tract. Enterofine Sachet helps to treat diarrhea that is caused due to bacteria or parasitic worm infections. Enterofine Sachet also contains beneficial bacteria that protect the inner layers of your stomach and intestines. This medicine can relieve frequent loose motions and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
Side effects of Enterofine Powder
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Enterofine
- Headache
- Rash
- Itching
How to use Enterofine Powder
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Enterofine Sachet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Enterofine Powder works
Enterofine Sachet is a combination of three medicines: Racecadotril, Saccharomyces boulardii and Zinc which reduce symptoms of diarrhoea in children. Racecadotril has an anti-secretory effect. It reduces the secretion of water and electrolytes from the intestine. This helps to reduce the amount of fluid loss from the body in diarrhoea. Saccharomyces boulardii is live microorganisms which restore the balance of good bacteria in the intestine that may get upset due to intestinal infections. Zinc is a nutritional supplement which promotes cell growth in the body and improves immunity and resistance against intestinal infections in children.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Enterofine Sachet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Enterofine Sachet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Enterofine Sachet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Enterofine Sachet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Enterofine Sachet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Enterofine Sachet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Enterofine Sachet should be avoided in children with underlying kidney disease.
Use of Enterofine Sachet should be avoided in children with underlying kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Enterofine Sachet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Enterofine Sachet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Enterofine Powder?
If you miss a dose of Enterofine Sachet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Enterofine Sachet for the treatment of diarrhea.
- Diarrhea can cause water loss and electrolyte imbalance. Drink plenty of fluids especially ORS (oral rehydration solution) to help keep you hydrated.
- Take light meals and avoid fatty, spicy, or heavy food.
- Do not drink alcohol while taking and till 4 days after taking this medication.
- Do not use Enterofine Sachet if you have blood in your stool or if you are severely constipated.
- Consult your doctor if your diarrhea lasts for more than 48 hours.
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No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
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- Racecadotril. Vernouillet: SOPHARTEX; 2015. [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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- ScienceDirect. Zinc. [Accessed 12 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Racecadotril. Ireland: Bioprojet Europe Ltd.; 2011 [revised 16 Jul. 2015]. [Accessed 28 Mar. 2018] (online) Available from:
- Drugs.com. Saccharomyces boulardii. [Accessed 12 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Drugs.com. Zinc. [Accessed 12 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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