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Floratact Powder 1 gm

Floratact Powder 1 gm

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

About Floratact Powder 1 gm

Floratact Powder 1 gm is used to treat and prevent diarrhoea, including rotaviral diarrhoea in children. Floratact Powder 1 gm may also be used for acne, antibiotic-associated diarrhoea, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea, Helicobacter pylori infection, traveller’s diarrhoea, diarrhoea in people with HIV/AIDS, and necrotising enterocolitis (a serious intestinal disease in premature infants).
 
Floratact Powder 1 gm contains ‘Saccharomyces boulardii’, a friendly micro-organism that helps fight disease-causing organisms in the gut, such as yeast and bacteria. Thereby, Floratact Powder 1 gm helps in treating diarrhoea. Floratact Powder 1 gm helps restore the balance of intestinal bacterial flora and strengthens immunity and overall gut health.
 
You are advised to take Floratact Powder 1 gm for as long as your doctor has recommended it for you, depending on your medical condition. Floratact Powder 1 gm is generally safe and does not cause any side effects. Sometimes, it may cause gas, bloating, and constipation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. Talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
 
Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicines or herbal products before starting Floratact Powder 1 gm. If you are known to be allergic to any of the components in Floratact Powder 1 gm, please inform your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking Floratact Powder 1 gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Floratact Powder 1 gm can be given to children if recommended by a doctor. Avoid or limit alcohol consumption while taking Floratact Powder 1 gm.

Uses of Floratact Powder 1 gm

Floratact Powder 1 gm is used for the treatment of Diarrhoea

Medicinal Benefits

Floratact Powder 1 gm belongs to the group of medicines called probiotics used to treat and prevent diarrhoea, including rotaviral diarrhoea in children. Floratact Powder 1 gm contains ‘Saccharomyces boulardii, a friendly micro-organism that helps fight disease-causing organisms in the gut, such as yeast and bacteria. Thereby, Floratact Powder 1 gm helps in treating diarrhoea. Floratact Powder 1 gm may also be used for acne, antibiotic-associated diarrhoea, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea, Helicobacter pylori infection, traveller’s diarrhoea, diarrhoea in people with HIV/AIDS, and necrotising enterocolitis (a serious intestinal disease in premature infants).

Directions for Use

Sachet/Powder/Granules: Mix the contents in water or beverage and swallow. Avoid mixing the contents with very hot or cold liquids.Capsule: Swallow the capsule as a whole with water. Do not crush, break or chew it.Orodispersible sticks: These should be administered orally, directly or mixed with water. Do not mix with very cold or hot water.Dry syrup/Syrup: Check the label for directions and use it as advised by the doctor.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Floratact Powder 1 gm

  • Gas
  • Bloating
  • Constipation

Drug Warnings

Do not take Floratact Powder 1 gm if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have a weakened immune system, yeast allergy or if you are taking antifungal medicines. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Floratact Powder 1 gm can be given to children if advised by a doctor.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Floratact Powder 1 gm may interact with anti-fungal medicines (fluconazole, caspofungin, itraconazole, amphotericin).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have a weakened immune system or yeast allergy.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • FLUCONAZOLE
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • AMPHOTERICIN B

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
  • Include bland foods such as bananas, rice, apples, cream of wheat, soda crackers, farina, applesauce, and toast to avoid aggravating the digestive system.
  • Avoid eating foods such as milk, dairy products, 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.
  • Wash your hands thoroughly before eating while preparing or serving food.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Diarrhoea: Diarrhoea is the condition in which there is a frequent need to empty the bowels. It is characterised by loose and watery stools. Diarrhoea could be acute or chronic. Acute diarrhoea generally lasts for a few days. It could occur due to bacterial infection or food poisoning. Chronic diarrhoea lasts for at least four weeks. It could occur due to intestinal disease/disorder such as Crohn’s disease or celiac disease. The causes of diarrhoea include food intolerance, food allergy, adverse reaction to any medicine, viral infection, bacterial infection, intestinal disease, parasitic infection, and stomach or gallbladder surgery. The symptoms of diarrhoea include nausea, abdominal pain, cramps, dehydration, and bloating, frequent urge to empty the bowels, a large volume of stools or watery stools.

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid or limit consuming alcohol while taking Floratact Powder 1 gm.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant before taking this medicine; your doctor will decide whether pregnant women can take Floratact Powder 1 gm.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns; your doctor will decide whether breastfeeding mothers can take Floratact Powder 1 gm.

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Driving

Safe

Floratact Powder 1 gm is unlikely to affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

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

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

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

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Children

Consult your doctor

Floratact Powder 1 gm can be given to children if advised by the doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

CENTAUR HOUSE, Near Grand Hyatt, Vakola ,Santacruz – East, Mumbai – 400 055, India.
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FAQs

Floratact Powder 1 gm belongs to the group of medicines called probiotics used to treat diarrhoea.
Floratact Powder 1 gm helps in fighting disease-causing organisms in the gut, such as bacteria. Thus, it helps in treating diarrhoea.
To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Floratact Powder 1 gm for as long as advised. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Floratact Powder 1 gm.
Floratact Powder 1 gm is yeast (fungus). Therefore, taking Floratact Powder 1 gm with anti-fungal medicines might decrease the effectiveness of Floratact Powder 1 gm. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.
Do not take Floratact Powder 1 gm for longer durations unless advised by the doctor. Also, avoid exceeding the indicated dose of Floratact Powder 1 gm without the doctor’s advice. Talk to your doctor if the condition recurs or there is no symptomatic improvement.
Floratact Powder 1 gm can be taken with antibiotics if advised by the doctor. However, you are advised to maintain a gap of 2 hours between Floratact Powder 1 gm and antibiotics.

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