Econorm Capsule: View Uses, Side Effects, Price and Substitutes | 1mg (2024)

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Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd

SALT COMPOSITION

Saccharomyces boulardii (250mg)

Storage

Store below 25°C

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Product introduction

Econorm Capsule is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of diarrhea. This medicine is a probiotic and it works by restoring the balance of good bacteria in the intestine that may get upset after antibiotic use or due to intestinal infections.

Econorm Capsule also prevent the growth of harmful bacteria in the stomach and intestine and improve the functioning of the digestive system. It is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You may take this medicine along with oral rehydration solution (ORS) as it will help to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should take this medicine until your doctor tells you to stop. Consult a doctor while taking any other medicine especially steroids or antibiotics along with this medicine.

The most common side effects are bloating and flatulence. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects.

Before taking this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor.

Uses of Econorm Capsule

  • Diarrhea

Benefits of Econorm Capsule

In Diarrhea

Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements. It can most commonly occur due to an infection of the digestive tract and it causes loss of the useful bacteria that are present naturally in our body. Econorm Capsule helps restore the useful bacteria, improves digestion and enhances overall health. It relieves frequent loose motions and also helps you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You should take this medicine as prescribed to get the most out of it. Drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.

Side effects of Econorm Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Econorm

  • Bloating
  • Flatulence

How to use Econorm Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Econorm Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Econorm Capsule works

Econorm Capsule is a probiotic. It works by restoring the balance of good bacteria in the intestine that may get upset after antibiotic use or due to intestinal infections.

Safety advice

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Econorm Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Econorm Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Econorm Capsule is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Econorm Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Econorm Capsule in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Econorm Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Econorm Capsule?

If you miss a dose of Econorm Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Econorm Capsule

₹42.83/Capsule

Xtranorm Capsule

Manith Healthcare Pvt Ltd

₹27.1/capsule

37% cheaper

Lyoflora Capsule

Tregenesis Sciences Private Limited

₹32.8/capsule

23% cheaper

Quick tips

  • Avoid taking Econorm Capsule along with steroids (medications that weaken the immune system) as they might increase the chances of getting sick.
  • Notify your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Notify your doctor if you are breast-feeding.
  • Take Econorm Capsule at least 2 hours before or after antibiotics. This is because taking Econorm Capsule along with the antibiotics can reduce their effectiveness.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Probiotics

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Probiotics

Patient concerns

Econorm Capsule: View Uses, Side Effects, Price and Substitutes | 1mg (3)

Having loose motions with stomach pain. Stomach pain and indigestion was persisting for last 4/5 days and had taken one tablet of Metrogyl 400 yesterday night. Boy loose motions have started since morning. What should I take

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

Econorm sachet two times daily for 3 dayDarolac capsule 1 tab daily for 1 week

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How to use econorm 250 mg sachet?

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

take it with a glass of water

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I am surfing from loose motion and stomach pain please suggest me medicine. I have taken introcunal and mertojyl Each 1 tab. Yasterday night and today morning

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

also take ECONORM Sachet twice daily for 3 days

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she has stomach infection and fever 101 i gave her ecobion bottels and econorm sachet

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

Monitor temperature of Patient. If Patient has fever place a cool, damp washcloth on your child's forehead. Give your Patient a lukewarm tub bath or a sponge bath. Give a sponge bath as follows: - ? Use lukewarm water [90?F (32.2?C) to 95?F (35?C)]. Do not use cold water, ice, or rubbing alcohol, which will lower the child's body temperature too quickly. ? Sponge for 20 to 30 minutes. ? Stop if the child starts to shiver. If your child doesn't like the sponge bath or doesn't feel better after the bath, there is no need to give another one. You can use paracetamol also along with above measures to control fever till you consult Dr. will determine underlying disorders by clinical examination which range from mild conditions to the most serious of bacterial and viral illnesses and will prescribe medicines accordingly. Advice given without doing clinical examination can be imperfect or some time harmful to patient.

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Having loose motion since last 15 days. My prescribed taxim-o and econorm for five days. But it didnt help. Now yesterday again he prescribed Rifa*gut 550 thrice a day. But even now i go 7to 8 times a day.What should i do??

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

Take loperamide 2mg thrice a day for 2 daysAnd also continue econorm

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Sir since 1 month im noticing my stool is not well formed and breaks up im the toilet and also contain food particles in this 1 month of period i have been in certain antibiotics for my scalp boils few days before i went to my to discuss my digestive problems he said antibiotics sometime disturbs the intestinal flora which may cause this I gave me ofloxacin + ornidazold with probiotics and antispasmodic medicine i taking it its been 5 days ,2 visit to but stool is loose and contain food particles I checked my cbc which shows little low level of hb 12.5 but I don't know I haven't checked it before what should i do now im not taking any medicine what should i do?? But its not like diarrhea

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

Take econorm sachet three times a day for 3 daysMetron forte 400 mg two times daily for 3 daysProbiotic. As ur given u

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I m have loose motion from past 2 days i m having med. Nor-tz tab 1-0-1 in a day but no releave yet, now i m felling week

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

take loperamide 2mg twice daily for 2 daysalso take econorm sachet twice daily for 3 days

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Well she is ill with diarrhoea Since last night she had 7 motions what should i give her I hv already started with Ornof she has acute bodyaches as well specially around neck and shoulders

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

ORS u should giveand ECONORM tablet twice daily for 5 daysZINCOVIT once daily for 10 day

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    Marketer details

    Name: Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd

    Address: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd., Village Malpur, P.O.Bhud, Baddi, Dist. Solan, H.P.

    Country of origin: France
    Expires on or after: September, 2025

    A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Econorm Capsule. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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    Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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    • Coronavirus Covid-19 Test- RT-PCR
    • LFT (Liver Function Test)
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    FAQs

    What is the use of Econorm tablet and side effects? ›

    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.

    When is the best time to take Econorm? ›

    A: You can take Econorm before or after food, as advised by the doctor. You should take it in exact doses and duration told by your physician. The dose and frequency normally depend on your medical condition and how your body responds to the medicine.

    Is Econorm good for the stomach? ›

    Econorm Capsule helps restore the useful bacteria, improves digestion and enhances overall health. It relieves frequent loose motions and also helps you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You should take this medicine as prescribed to get the most out of it.

    Can Econorm be taken long term? ›

    Do not take Econorm 250 mg Capsule for longer durations unless advised by the doctor. Also, avoid exceeding the indicated dose of Econorm 250 mg Capsule without the doctor's advice. Talk to your doctor if the condition recurs or there is no symptomatic improvement.

    Can I take Econorm after food? ›

    Take Econorm Sachet with or without food. Do not take more or less than the prescribed dose. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor. Econorm Sachet is not known to cause any side effects.

    Is Econorm an antibiotic? ›

    A: No, Econorm capsule is not an antibiotic medicine. It is a probiotic, containing spores of saccharomyces boulardii. Econorm prevents diarrhoea associated with the use of any antibiotic or any other medical conditions.

    When is the best time to take supplements? ›

    You can take most vitamins at any time of the day. But your body may absorb some nutrients better if you take them with a meal containing fat. To function properly, your body needs 13 vitamins — 9 of which are water-soluble and 4 of which are fat-soluble.

    When is the best time to take vitamin E morning or night? ›

    Since vitamin E has a neuroprotective effect, it is best to take it in the evenings or at night. You can take vitamin E supplements with dinner or just before you go to bed. Some vitamins — notably, the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K — should be taken with food for maximum absorption.

    When is the best time to take iodine supplements? ›

    If you find that iodine is keeing you awake at night, then take it in the morning. The key thing is that Vitamin C and Iodine (taken by mouth) should be taken apart from each other - leave a gap of around 2 hours.

    Is Econorm good for IBS? ›

    Econorm Sachet is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like Acute diarrhea, Inflammatory bowel disease (IBS), Antibiotic-associated diarrhea and Traveler's diarrhea. Apart from these, it can also be used to treat Recurrent Clostridium difficile, Aids and Depression.

    What is the active ingredient in Econorm? ›

    Econorm is a type of probiotic medication used for treating acute diarrhea, inflammatory bowel disease, traveler's diarrhea. It contains Saccharomyces boulardii as an active ingredient.

    Does saccharomyces boulardii help digestion? ›

    S. boulardii is a type of yeast that may have benefits for several digestive conditions. It may help to protect a person's gut flora during antibiotic treatment, and aid in restoring the microbiome afterward. It may also help to treat certain infections, such as those that cause traveler's diarrhea, or H.

    What are the side effects of Econorm? ›

    The most common side effects are bloating and flatulence. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. Before taking this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney problems.

    Can you take probiotics long term? ›

    One strain, Lactobacillus rhamnosus HN001, was studied over a long period of time, 10 years, with no adverse side effects or translocation. The researchers concluded that probiotics are safe to take long term.

    What are the disadvantages of Saccharomyces boulardii? ›

    Common side effects of Saccharomyces boulardii include:
    • Gas (flatulence)
    • Bloating.
    • Constipation.
    • Fungal infection in blood (fungemia), rarely.
    Dec 14, 2022

    Does Econorm stop loose motions? ›

    Econorm Oral Powder is used to treat acute diarrhoea or loose motion in children & adults. Prevention and treatment of antibiotic-associated colitis and diarrhoea. It is used as an adjuvant with Vancomycin/Metronidazole to prevent recurrence of Clostridium difficile diseases.

    Is Econorm sachet safe? ›

    You are advised to take Econorm Sachet 7 for as long as your doctor has recommended it for you, depending on your medical condition. Econorm Sachet 7 is generally safe and does not cause any side effects. Sometimes, it may cause gas, bloating, and constipation.

    What is Econorm 250 mg sachet used for? ›

    Q. What is ECONORM 250MG SACHET used for? A. ECONORM 250MG SACHET is used to manage acute infectious diarrhoea in adults and children (aged below 18 years) which is also used to manage antibiotic associated colitis (inflammatory bowel disease) and diarrhoea in affected individuals.

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