Perenterol
Perenterol is a probiotic medicinal product containing dry yeast Saccharomyces boulardii. It is used to treat symptoms of acute diarrhea, prevent traveler's diarrhea, and manage diarrhea caused by tube feeding or antibiotic use. It works by binding pathogens, neutralizing bacterial toxins, and supporting the natural intestinal flora.
Dosage by Body Weight
For adults and children over 2 years. Standard dose is 1 to 2 capsules or sachets (250mg to 500mg) daily. Capsules should be swallowed whole with water, or sachet powder mixed with room-temperature food or liquid. Do not mix with very hot or ice-cold substances, or alcohol.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Contraindicated in infants under 2 years of age or hospitalized/immunocompromised patients due to risk of systemic fungemia.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not routine
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Consult a physician before administering to young children.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not routine
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Consult a pediatrician. Do not administer without medical supervision.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 250 mg (1 capsule or sachet)
- Frequency
- 1 time daily
- Tracking Notes
- Only for children over 2 years of age. Open capsule and mix with liquid/food if swallowing is difficult.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 250 mg (1 capsule or sachet)
- Frequency
- 1 to 2 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Ensure adequate fluid replacement (oral rehydration therapy) is given concurrently.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Contraindicated | Do not use | Contraindicated in infants under 2 years of age or hospitalized/immunocompromised patients due to risk of systemic fungemia. |
| 5-7 kg | Not routine | Use only if prescribed | Consult a physician before administering to young children. |
| 8-10 kg | Not routine | Use only if prescribed | Consult a pediatrician. Do not administer without medical supervision. |
| 11-15 kg | 250 mg (1 capsule or sachet) | 1 time daily | Only for children over 2 years of age. Open capsule and mix with liquid/food if swallowing is difficult. |
| 16-20 kg | 250 mg (1 capsule or sachet) | 1 to 2 times daily | Ensure adequate fluid replacement (oral rehydration therapy) is given concurrently. |
Formulation
Purpose
Treatment of acute diarrhea, prevention and treatment of antibiotic-associated diarrhea, and traveler's diarrhea.
Generic Name
Saccharomyces boulardiiScheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.