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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Dec 7, 2024 | 2:21 PM IST
Bifilac Dry Syrup is a probiotic medicine used in the treatment of diarrhoea caused due to various reasons, gastroenteritis, inflammatory bowel disease and Helicobacter pylori infection. This medicine works by interfering with the growth of pathogenic bacteria, thereby helps in digestion by regulating abnormal movements. It promotes the intestine health, increases gut immunity, balances the gut flora, and supports a balanced inflammatory response.
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About Bifilac Dry Syrup

Bifilac Dry Syrup belongs to the group of medicines called probiotics used to treat antibiotic-associated diarrhoea, infectious diarrhoea, gastroenteritis, inflammatory bowel disease, constipation, Clostridium-difficile associated diarrhoea, Helicobacter pylori infection, traveller’s diarrhoea, diarrhoea in pregnant women, and lactose intolerance. Bifilac Dry Syrup promotes the health of the intestine, balances the gut flora, increases gut immunity, and supports a balanced inflammatory response
 
Bifilac Dry Syrup is a combination of four probiotics, namely: Bacillus mesentericus, Clostridium butyricum, Lactobacillus sporogenes and Streptococcus faecalis. Bacillus mesentericus inhibits the growth of pathogenic bacteria and helps in digestion by regulating abnormal movements. Clostridium butyricum interferes with the growth of pathogenic bacteria like Clostridium difficile. Lactobacillus sporogenes help maintain a healthy balance of microflora in the intestine, thereby improving the gastrointestinal ecology. It also helps in maintaining healthy lipid levels by incorporating cholesterol into its cellular structure. Streptococcus faecalis helps in clearing diarrhoea, stimulates the immune system, and helps balance intestinal microflora. It also helps reduce symptoms in lactose-intolerant patients. Together, Bifilac Dry Syrup helps treat conditions associated with dysbacteriosis.
 
Take Bifilac Dry Syrup as instructed by your doctor. You are advised to take Bifilac Dry Syrup for as long as your doctor has recommended it for you, depending on your medical condition. Bifilac Dry Syrup is generally safe and does not cause any side effects. However, sometimes, it may cause gas, bloating, abdominal discomfort, nausea, loss of appetite, and constipation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. You are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
 
Let your doctor know if you are taking other medicines or herbal products before starting Bifilac Dry Syrup. If you are known to be allergic to Bifilac Dry Syrup or its inactive components, please inform your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking Bifilac Dry Syrup if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is not known if alcohol interacts with Bifilac Dry Syrup, so please consult a doctor if you have any concerns.

Uses of Bifilac Dry Syrup

Treatment of Diarrhoea, gastroenteritis, inflammatory bowel disease and Helicobacter pylori infection

Medicinal Benefits

Bifilac Dry Syrup contains Bacillus mesentericus, Clostridium butyricum, Lactobacillus sporogenes, and Streptococcus faecalis. Bifilac Dry Syrup contains probiotics used to treat antibiotic-associated diarrhoea, infectious diarrhoea, gastroenteritis, inflammatory bowel disease, constipation, Clostridium-difficile associated diarrhoea, Helicobacter pylori infection, traveller’s diarrhoea, diarrhoea in pregnant women, and lactose intolerance. Bifilac Dry Syrup may also be used in allergic disorders, obesity, common cold, eczema, inflammatory arthritis, vaginal yeast infections, and urinary tract infections. Bacillus mesentericus inhibits the growth of pathogenic bacteria and helps in digestion by regulating abnormal movements. Clostridium butyricum interferes with the growth of pathogenic bacteria like Clostridium difficile. Lactobacillus sporogenes help maintain a healthy balance of microflora in the intestine, thereby improves the gastrointestinal ecology. It also helps in maintaining healthy lipid levels by incorporating cholesterol into its cellular structure. Streptococcus faecalis helps in clearing diarrhoea, stimulates the immune system, and helps balance intestinal microflora. It also helps reduce symptoms in lactose-intolerant patients. Together, Bifilac Dry Syrup helps treat conditions associated with dysbacteriosis, promotes the health of the intestine, balances the gut flora, increases gut immunity, and supports a balanced inflammatory response.

Directions for Use

Capsule: Take Bifilac Dry Syrup as advised by a doctor. Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Syrup: Check the label for directions before use. Use it as advised by the doctor. Add boiled and cooled water up to the mark on the bottle. Shake the bottle well before use. After reconstitution, store the bottle in the refrigerator and use reconstituted suspension within five days.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Bifilac Dry Syrup

  • Gas
  • Bloating
  • Abdominal discomfort
  • Nausea
  • Loss of appetite
  • Constipation

Drug Warnings

Do not take Bifilac Dry Syrup if you are allergic to any of the contents. Inform your doctor if you have a weakened immune system, malnourishment, liver or kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking Bifilac Dry Syrup if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Bifilac Dry Syrup should be given to children only if advised by the doctor. Let your doctor know if you are taking other medicines or herbal products before starting Bifilac Dry Syrup.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
  • Include bland foods such as banana, rice, apples, cream of wheat, soda crackers, farina, applesauce, and toast to avoid the aggravation of the digestive system.
  • Avoid eating foods such as spicy foods, processed foods, pork, veal, sardines, raw vegetables, rhubarb, onions, corn, citrus fruits, alcohol, pineapples, cherries, seeded berries, grapes, caffeinated and carbonated drinks. 
  • Eat fibre rich food such as whole grains, lentils, beans, broccoli, and peas.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Diarrhoea: It is the condition in which there is a frequent need to empty the bowels. It is characterised by loose and watery stools. The causes of diarrhoea include food intolerance, food allergy, adverse reaction to medicine, viral infection, bacterial infection, intestinal disease, parasitic infection, and stomach or gallbladder surgery. The symptoms of diarrhoea include nausea, abdominal pain, cramps, dehydration, bloating, frequent urge to empty the bowels, and a large volume of stools or watery stools.

Gastroenteritis: It is also called stomach flu, an infection of the intestine with bacteria, viruses or microbes. It is caused due to consumption of contaminated food or water. Symptoms include diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, fever, and cramps.

Inflammatory bowel disease: It is a group of intestinal disorders which cause inflammation of the intestinal tract. Symptoms include diarrhoea, abdominal pain, blood in stool, fatigue, unintended weight loss, and reduced appetite.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol interacts with Bifilac Dry Syrup, so please consult a doctor if you have any concerns.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will decide whether pregnant women can take Bifilac Dry Syrup or not.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will decide whether Bifilac Dry Syrup can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Bifilac Dry Syrup is unlikely to affect your ability to drive. However, drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

Bifilac Dry Syrup should be given to children only if recommended by the doctor.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Tablets (India) Limited, “Jhaver Centre”, 72 Marshalls Road, Chennai 600 008.
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FAQs

Bifilac Dry Syrup belongs to the group of medicines called probiotics used to treat antibiotic-associated diarrhoea, infectious diarrhoea, gastroenteritis, inflammatory bowel disease, constipation, Clostridium-difficile associated diarrhoea, Helicobacter pylori infection, travellers diarrhoea, diarrhoea in pregnant women, and lactose intolerance.
Bifilac Dry Syrup helps in improving the immunity, working of the digestive system, maintains and optimises intestinal pH, and restores and maintains the normalcy of the intestinal flora. It helps in the management of diarrhoea, provides relief from excessive gas in the stomach and helps in the absorption of nutrients in the food.
Bifilac Dry Syrup helps the growth of friendly bacteria and maintains the balance of microflora in the intestinal environment. It helps support levels of healthy microflora, thereby improving gastrointestinal ecology.
Bifilac Dry Syrup can be taken with antibiotics if the doctor recommends it. However, you are advised to maintain a gap of 2 hours between Bifilac Dry Syrup and antibiotics as taking them together might affect the effectiveness of Bifilac Dry Syrup.
Bifilac Dry Syrup inhibits the growth of pathogenic bacteria such as Clostridium difficile, Escherichia coli, Salmonella typhi, Clostridium perfringens, Vibrio parahaemolyticus, Yersinia enterocolitica, and Campylobacter.
Bifilac Dry Syrup can be given to children if advised by the doctor. However, it’s best to consult your doctor before giving it to your child and let your doctor know if the child is on other medicines or herbal products before starting Bifilac Dry Syrup.
Yes, Bifilac Dry Syrup contains probiotics that are commonly used to support gut health and digestion. Taking Bifilac Dry Syrup after meals can help improve its stability and effectiveness in your digestive tract.
Bifilac Dry Syrup helps restore the balance of beneficial bacteria in the gut that supports the immune system and promotes faster recovery from the infection.
Bifilac Dry Syrup helps digest lactose, making it beneficial for children with lactose intolerance. Consult your doctor if you have concerns regarding it.
Check the label for directions and administer Bifilac Dry Syrup as advised to the child.
The common side effects of Bifilac Dry Syrup may include gas, bloating, abdominal discomfort, nausea, loss of appetite, and constipation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. You are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

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