Precosa
Precosa is a yeast-based medicine that helps treat and prevent different types of diarrhea by restoring the natural balance in your gut.
Form
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Strength
250 mg
Active Ingredient
Saccharomyces boulardii
Manufacturer
Biocodex
How to Use
Dosage
Adults: 2 sachets twice a day. Children: 1 sachet twice a day.
Method
Mix the powder with water or another drink, or sprinkle it on food. Do not mix with very hot (over 50°C), ice-cold, or alcoholic drinks or food.
Important
Adults should not take more than 4 sachets per day. Children should not take more than 2 sachets per day.
Possible Side Effects
RARE
- •Allergic reactions
- •Constipation
- •Thirst
- •Hives (nettle rash)
- •Skin rash
RARE
- •Yeast in the bloodstream (fungemia)
- •Severe blood infection (sepsis)
- •Swelling of the face, tongue, or throat
- •Difficulty swallowing
- •Difficulty breathing
Important Warnings
- Do not use Precosa if you are allergic to Saccharomyces boulardii, yeast, or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Do not use Precosa if you have a central venous catheter (a tube in a large vein).
- Do not use Precosa if you have a weakened immune system or are seriously ill and hospitalized.
- Contact your doctor immediately if your symptoms do not improve within 2-3 days.
- Contact your doctor immediately if you have a fever, nausea, or bloody or slimy stools.
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- Contact your doctor immediately if you are very thirsty or have a dry mouth, as these are signs of dehydration.
- Do not take Precosa at the same time as antifungal medications.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category A
Suitable for older adults. Do not use for patients with impaired immunity. (updated 10.6.2024)