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Product introduction

Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of diarrhea. This medicine is a probiotic works by restoring the balance of good bacteria in the intestine that may get upset after the use of antibiotics or due to intestinal infections.

Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension are friendly bacteria that help digest food better and fight off infections.

Uses of Gutvac Oral Suspension

Benefits of Gutvac Oral Suspension

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. Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension 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 Gutvac Oral Suspension

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 Gutvac

  • Bloating
  • Flatulence

How to use Gutvac Oral Suspension

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension 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
Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Avoid taking Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension along with steroids (medications that weaken the immune system) as they might increase the chances of getting sick.
  • Take Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension at least 2 hours before or after antibiotics. This is because taking Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension along with the antibiotics can reduce their effectiveness. 
  • Notify your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Notify your doctor if you are breast-feeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Probiotics
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Probiotics

Patient concerns

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Diarrhea and dysentery last 15 days I had taken levofoxcin+ornidazol bd for 5 days along refaximin 400 tab bd for 5 day but it is start again
Dr. Sfurti Mann
Diabetology
Get a colonoscopy done for chronic Diarrhea
My stomach problems for nearly two months in the daytime, affecting five to six times to go to the toilet.
Dr. Sfurti Mann
Diabetology
Get colonoscopy done for diagnosis of chronic diarrhea
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FAQs

What is Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension?

Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension is a probiotic that is used to effectively manage diarrhea and imbalance of intestinal bacterial flora changed during diarrhea or after the use of antibiotics.

When should Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension not be used?

A person who has hypersensitivity towards the components of the medicine or other closely related substances should not use Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension. Talk to your doctor if you are not sure.

Can I take Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension for longer durations?

Do not take this medicine for longer durations unless prescribed by the doctor. Also, avoid exceeding the indicated dose of Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension without the doctor’s advice. Talk to your doctor if the condition recurs or if there is no improvement in the symptoms.

Is it safe to take Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension with antibiotics?

Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension can be taken with antibiotics if prescribed by the doctor. However, you are advised to give a minimum gap of 2 hrs between the two medications.

What is the recommended storage condition for Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children, and other people.

What other tips to follow to get relief from diarrhea along with taking Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension?

Along with taking Gutvac (5 ml Each) Oral Suspension, you can take food items with soluble fiber that can help relieve diarrhea as they help absorb excess fluid from the body. These food items include bananas (ripe), orange, boiled potatoes, white rice, curd, and oatmeal. Diarrhea can cause dehydration in the body, so drink 8-10 glasses of water to avoid dehydration. You can also have soups and juice frequently to hydrate yourself.
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