Elemental Zinc + Lactic Acid Bacillus + Saccharomyces Boulardii Lyophilized

Expert Advice

Dosage Forms Available

• Elemental Zinc + Lactic Acid Bacillus + Saccharomyces Boulardii Lyophilized is available for use via the oral route (capsule, tablet, powder, chewable tablet, lozenge).

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is suitable for use by both adults and children. Specific age guidance should be checked on product packaging to confirm suitability for children under specific ages.

Contraindications

• This medicine is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Zinc products.

• It is also contraindicated in those with severe yeast allergies and in critically ill patients who have central venous catheters.

Other Medications to Avoid

• Elemental Zinc + Lactic Acid Bacillus + Saccharomyces Boulardii Lyophilized may interact with antibiotics (such as tetracyclines and quinolones), reducing their absorption and efficacy.

• It can also interact with penicillamine (used for Wilson’s disease and rheumatoid arthritis) and diuretics (such as thiazides used for high blood pressure), which may deplete body zinc levels.

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of this combination may lead to symptoms like nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhoea. If you suspect an overdose, consult your doctor for appropriate management.

• If you miss a dose of Elemental Zinc + Lactic Acid Bacillus + Saccharomyces Boulardii Lyophilized, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed one.

Management of Side Effects

• Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• To manage mild digestive discomfort such as bloating or gas, consider taking the medicine with meals.

• If experiencing a metallic taste from zinc, drinking water or chewing sugar-free gum may help mask the taste.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This medicine does not typically affect your ability to drive or operate heavy machinery. However, individual responses can vary, so it is important to know how you respond to the medication before engaging in such activities.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Elemental Zinc + Lactic Acid Bacillus + Saccharomyces Boulardii Lyophilized should be used during pregnancy and lactation only under the guidance of a doctor.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Caution is advised when using Elemental Zinc + Lactic Acid Bacillus + Saccharomyces Boulardii Lyophilized in patients with compromised immune systems due to the potential risk of fungemia from Saccharomyces Boulardii.

• Patients with liver or kidney disease should consult their doctor before starting this combination as adjustments in dosing or close monitoring may be required.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Maintain a balanced diet rich in fibre which can help support digestive health. Include plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and nuts.

• Staying hydrated by drinking adequate water throughout the day can aid digestion and help manage any potential side effects such as indigestion or constipation.

• Regular physical activity can help maintain healthy bowel movements; thus, incorporating moderate exercise like walking or yoga into your daily routine is beneficial.

• Minimise the use of foods that are overly processed or high in sugar as these can disrupt gut flora balance.

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