About saccharomyces boulardii
Probiotic yeast
Used for
- Prevention or treatment of some types of diarrhea, including antibiotic-associated diarrhea.
- Supportive treatment of acute infectious diarrhea.
Usual adult dose
Usually 250–500 mg by mouth twice daily; dosing varies by product and indication.
Usual dose in children
Children may receive 250–500 mg daily or twice daily, depending on age and indication.
Common side effects
Important warnings
- Rare bloodstream fungal infections have occurred, mainly in severely ill or immunocompromised people.
- Avoid in people with central venous catheters or severe immune suppression.
- Do not use with antifungal medicines; they may reduce its effect.
- Seek medical care for severe diarrhea, dehydration, fever, or blood in stools.
Pregnancy
Safety data are limited; use during pregnancy should be guided by a healthcare professional.
Breastfeeding
Safety data are limited; use while breastfeeding should be guided by a healthcare professional.
Interactions
- Antifungal medicines may reduce or eliminate its effect.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.