Introduction About ECONORM CAPSULE

ECONORM CAPSULE contains Saccharomyces boulardi which belongs to the group of medicines called Probiotics. ECONORM CAPSULE is used to manage intestinal function disorders including diarrhoea in affected individuals. It is also used to manage diarrhoea caused by antibiotic management.

ECONORM CAPSULE is also used in addition to vancomycin/metronidazole (antibiotic) medicines to manage recurrent Clostridium difficile diseases (colon infection) in affected individuals.

ECONORM CAPSULE is not recommended for use in patients allergic to Saccharomyces boulardii. It is also not recommended for use in patients with central venous catheter (long flexible tube inserted into the vein of neck, chest, arm, and/or groin), and in patients who are immunocompromised/hospitalised (due to serious illness, and/or altered/weakened immune system).

Before taking ECONORM CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you are scheduled for surgical operation of abdominal cavity, and/or have intolerance to certain sugars (such as lactose).

ECONORM CAPSULE should be used with caution during pregnancy and in women planning for pregnancy. It is also advised to be used with caution in breastfeeding women.

ECONORM CAPSULE should be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years) and is advised to be used in elderly patients (aged 65 years and above) after consulting the doctor.

The most common side effects of taking ECONORM CAPSULE are constipation, bloating, and/or faecal incontinence. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsens.

Uses Of ECONORM CAPSULE

• Manage intestinal function disorders including diarrhoea
• Manage and manages diarrhoea caused by antibiotic management
• Prevents recurrent Clostridium difficile diseases (colon infection) when used in addition to vancomycin/metronidazole (antibiotic) medicines

How ECONORM CAPSULE Works

ECONORM CAPSULE works by inhibiting protease enzyme (responsible for protein breakdown) which helps to manage development of bacterial overgrowth, host cell adherence, and provides a protective effect to the normal healthy gut flora thus managing inflammation of gut and reducing frequency of passing stool and tiredness in individuals affected with diarrhoea.

How to use ECONORM CAPSULE

Take ECONORM CAPSULE as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight, and disease condition.

Side Effects Of ECONORM CAPSULE

How To Manage Side Effects

Constipation:

Try to eat high-fiber foods such as vegetables, cereals, fresh fruit, and drink plenty of water. Involve in regular exercise (such as going for a daily walk or run) and if this does not help, consult and inform your doctor for receiving alternate managements for constipation.

Warning & Precautions

Pregnancy

ECONORM CAPSULE should be used with caution during pregnancy and in women planning for pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.  

Breastfeeding

ECONORM CAPSULE should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Alcohol

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking ECONORM CAPSULE since it may reduce the effect of medicine.

Liver

ECONORM CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients who had undergone hepatic transplant. Consult your doctor before taking ECONORM CAPSULE.

Allergy

Do not take ECONORM CAPSULE if you are allergic to Saccharomyces boulardii, and/or any other ingredients of this medicine.

Interactions

A. Drug–Drug interactions:

Before taking ECONORM CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:

• oral antifungal agents (medicines used to manage fungal infections) Ex. Ketoconazole, clotrimazole, amphotericin

B. Drug–Food interactions:

Avoid taking too hot/cold food items while taking ECONORM CAPSULE since it may reduce the effect of medicine.

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of ECONORM CAPSULE, then consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital to manage overdose symptoms.

Synopsis

More Information

• Keep ECONORM CAPSULE out of reach for children
• Do not store ECONORM CAPSULE above 25°C

FAQs About ECONORM CAPSULE

Q. What is ECONORM CAPSULE used for?

A. ECONORM CAPSULE is used to manage intestinal function disorders (including diarrhoea) which is also used to manage diarrhoea caused by antibiotic management.  The medicine is also used to manage recurrent Clostridium difficile diseases in addition to vancomycin/metronidazole (antibiotic) medicines in affected individuals.

Q. What are the common side effects of taking ECONORM CAPSULE?

A. The most common side effects of taking ECONORM CAPSULE are constipation, bloating, and/or faecal incontinence. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsens.

Q. How ECONORM CAPSULE should be taken?

A. Take ECONORM CAPSULE as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight, and disease condition.

Q. What happens if ECONORM CAPSULE is taken more than its required dosage?

A. If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of ECONORM CAPSULE, then consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital to manage overdose symptoms.

Q. How ECONORM CAPSULE works?

A. ECONORM CAPSULE works by inhibiting protease enzyme (responsible for protein breakdown) which helps to manage development of bacterial overgrowth, host cell adherence, and provides a protective effect to the normal healthy gut flora thus managing inflammation of gut and reducing frequency of passing stool and tiredness in individuals affected with diarrhoea.

References

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Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Blood culture
• Stool culture