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Enterogermina Capsule

Manufactured bySanofi India Ltd.
ContainsBacillus Clausii
Description
Enterogermina Capsule is a probiotic used to treat diarrhoea that may occur due to the imbalance of good bacteria in the intestine. Such imbalance may be caused due to stomach or intestinal infections, antibiotic treatment, consumption of poisonous substances, etc. This medicine works by restoring the balance of body-friendly bacteria in the intestine. Enterogermina Capsule may rarely show side effects like bloating and excessive gas in the stomach. These side effects are temporary and resolve with time. Seek a doctor's consultation if any of these side effects do not resolve with time or worsen. Enterogermina Capsule can be taken with or without food. Your doctor will prescribe the dose and duration of this medicine based on the severity of your medical condition. Avoid stopping the use of this medicine on your own unless told by your doctor. Your doctor may advise you to take this medicine along with ORS (Oral Rehydration Solution is a mixture of electrolytes and sugar that provide energy in the body and prevent dehydration) in case of severe diarrhoea. Enterogermina Capsule is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines to avoid any interaction. Use Enterogermina Capsule during pregnancy and breastfeeding upon your doctor's recommendation.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Enterogermina Capsule

  • Skin rash
  • Swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet
  • Bloating
  • Excessive gas in stomach
  • Nausea and Vomiting

Uses of Enterogermina Capsule

What is it prescribed for?

  • Diarrhoea
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time Enterogermina Capsule takes to show its action is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The time duration for which Enterogermina Capsule remains effective in the body is not known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    Enterogermina Capsule has no habit-forming tendency.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Enterogermina Capsule may be used during pregnancy upon your doctor's recommendation.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Enterogermina Capsule may be used while breastfeeding upon your doctor's recommendation.

Allergy

Avoid taking Enterogermina Capsule if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Enterogermina Capsule may be used during pregnancy upon your doctor's recommendation.

Breast-feeding

Enterogermina Capsule may be used while breastfeeding upon your doctor's recommendation.
General warnings

Antibiotic treatment

If your doctor has prescribed Enterogermina Capsule along with antibiotics, then this medicine should be taken between two scheduled doses of antibiotics.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Enterogermina Capsule as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

An overdose of Enterogermina Capsule is unlikely to cause severe symptoms. However, contact your doctor if you experience any severe side effects.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Enterogermina Capsule with or without food. Do not break, chew, or crush the capsule. Swallow as a whole with sufficient amount of water. Follow all the instructions given in the patient leaflet/package insert. Take Enterogermina Capsule at least two hours before or after taking an antibiotic. This is because taking this medicine along with an antibiotic can reduce its effectiveness.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Enterogermina Capsule restores the balance of body-friendly bacteria in the intestine.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Antidiarrheals, Probiotics

Schedule

OTC

Medicarcp.com. 2021. [online] Available at: [Accessed 23 December 2021].

https://medicarcp.com/website/pdf/pils/6421%20-%20en.pdf

Longdom.org. 2021. [online] Available at: [Accessed 23 December 2021].

https://www.longdom.org/open-access/bacillus-clausii--the-probiotic-of-choice-in-the-treatment-of-diarrhoea-2157-7595-1000211.pdf
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Information on this page was last updated on 13 Oct 2022

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