Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for BIOKRAFT CAP and its Constituents
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Serious Side-Effects
- 9 Rare Side-Effects
- 10 Technical Classification
- 11 Available Alternatives for BIOKRAFT CAP
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Overview
BIOKRAFT CAP is a Schedule H drug.BIOKRAFT CAP is composed of: FRUCTO OLIGOSACCHARIDE (50 MG), BIFIDOBACTERIUM BIFIDUM (1.25 BILLIONSPORES), FOLIC ACID (1 MG), LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS (1.25 BILLIONSPORES), RIBOFLAVIN (1.5 MG), THIAMINE (1 MG)
Folic acid is a type of B vitamin that is normally found in foods such as dried beans, peas, lentils, oranges, whole-wheat products, liver, asparagus, beets, broccoli, brussels sprouts, and spinach.Folic acid helps your body produce and maintain new cells, and also helps prevent changes to DNA that may lead to cancer.As a medication, folic acid is used to treat folic acid deficiency and certain types of anemia (lack of red blood cells) caused by folic acid deficiency.Folic acid is sometimes used in combination with other medications to treat pernicious anemia. It plays a vital role in the formation of red blood cells, which carry oxygen throughout the body. It is also essential in pregnancy due to its role in the development of the unborn baby’s brain and spinal cord.
Acidophilus is a bacteria that exists naturally in the body, primarily in the intestines and the vagina. Acidophilus helps maintain an acidic environment in the body, which can prevent the growth of harmful bacteria.It may work by helping the body maintain normal consistency of bacteria in the stomach, intestines, and vagina.Lactobacillus Acidophilus is a probiotic,Probiotics contain different types of micro-organisms such as yeast (saccharomyces boulardii) and bacteria (such as lactobacillus, bifidobacterium),Micro-organisms (flora) are naturally found in the stomach/intestines/vagina.
Riboflavin is vitamin B2. Vitamins are naturally occurring substances necessary for many processes in the body. Riboflavin is important in the maintenance of many tissues of the body.
Riboflavin is a water-soluble Vitamin from the B Complex group of vitamins which plays a vital role in energy production, cell function, and body metabolism.
Usage
FOLIC ACID is generally used to treat: Anemia, Pernicious Anemia, Vitamin B DeficiencyLACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS is generally used to treat: Antibiotic-Associated Diarrhea, Diarrhoea, Vaginal Candidiasis, Urinary Tract Infection
LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS can address symptoms like: Loose Motion
RIBOFLAVIN is generally used to treat: Riboflavin Deficiency, Migraine, Muscle Cramp, Acne, Blood Pressure, High, Glaucoma, Alzheimer’s Disease, Sickle Cell Anemia
RIBOFLAVIN can address symptoms like: Memory Problems
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6month
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first
How Do I Take It?
BIOKRAFT CAP is generally taken With Food.Precautions for BIOKRAFT CAP and its Constituents
- Folic Acid is used for the treatment of folic acid deficiency.
- It is also taken before and during pregnancy to decrease the risk of defects in the neural tube, which forms the spinal cord in the baby.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures as you may need a higher dose of the seizure medicines than what you normally take.
- You should not use this medication if you have ever had an allergic reaction to folic acid.Take folic acid exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.
- Follow the directions on your prescription label.
- Take folic acid with a full glass of water.
- Follow your doctor’s instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages.
- Caution should be exercised in patients with history of long-term infection, seizure disorder, liver problems and kidney dialysis.
- Do not give any herbal/health supplement to a child without the advice of a doctor.
- Do not use many different forms (such as tablets, topical formulations, and others) of acidophilus at the same time,
- Avoid excess doasge.
- Avoid taking Lactobacillus Acidophilus 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 Lactobacillus Acidophilus at least 2 hours before or after antibiotics.
- This is because taking Lactobacillus Acidophilus along with the antibiotics can reduce their effectiveness.
- If you are taking this product for diarrhea due to antibiotics, do not use it if you have a high fever or for more than 2 days.
- You should not use this medication if your allergic to it.
- Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
- The recommended dietary allowance of riboflavin increases with age.
- Follow your healthcare provider’s instructions.
- Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.Hypersensitivity may rarely occur in parenteral injections.
Symptoms of Overdosage
FOLIC ACID over-dosage can result in: Mouth Pain, Weakness (generalized), Fatigue (tiredness), Confusion, Difficulty ConcentratingRIBOFLAVIN over-dosage can result in: Loose Motion, Frequent Urination
Common Side-Effects
FOLIC ACID : Depression, Nausea, Loss Of Appetite, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Difficulty Sleeping, Restless Or Irritability, Unusual Taste In MouthLACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS : Flatulence, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Fever, Chills, Cough
RIBOFLAVIN : Hives, Dark Colored (brown) Urine
Serious Side-Effects
RIBOFLAVIN : Face Swelling, Swollen Lips, Swollen Tongue, Difficulty BreathingRare Side-Effects
FOLIC ACID : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Fever, Body Discomfort, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty BreathingLACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin
Technical Classification
FOLIC ACID is categorized as: VITAMINS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTSLACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS is categorized as:
- ANTIDIARRHEALS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS
- PROBIOTICS / ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES
RIBOFLAVIN is categorized as: VITAMINS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS
Available Alternatives for BIOKRAFT CAP
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
BIOKRAFT CAP | INR 125 for 10 CAPSULES | FRUCTO OLIGOSACCHARIDE 50 MG, BIFIDOBACTERIUM BIFIDUM 1.25 BILLIONSPORES, THIAMINE 1 MG, FOLIC ACID 1 MG, LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS 1.25 BILLIONSPORES, RIBOFLAVIN 1.5 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
PEDIASURE | INR 469 for 400 GM PWD | POTASSIUM 512 MG, COPPER 400 MCG, CHLORIDE SALT 394 MG, CALCIUM ACETATE 386 MG, VITAMIN A 305 MCG, PHOSPHORUS 240 MG, SODIUM 181 MG, CHOLINE 118 MG, LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS 100 MILLIONCELLS, FOLIC ACID 100 MCG, BIFIDOBACTERIUM BIFIDUM 100 MILLIONCELLS, MAGNESIUM 78 MG, CARBOHYDRATE 50.5 GM, ASCORBIC ACID 44 MG, IODINE 38 MCG, INOSITOL 32 MG, TAURINE 28 MG, MOLYBDENUM 23 MCG, VITAMIN K 17.5 MCG, BIOTIN 16 MCG, CHROMIUM 15 MCG, PROTEIN C 14.1 GM, SELENIUM 13 MCG, FATTY ACID 12.06 GM, VITAMIN E 11 MG, NIACIN 7 MG, CARNITINE 6.7 MG, FAT 5.5 GM, CARBONYL IRON 5.5 MG, ZINC 3.5 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 3.2 MCG, LINOLEIC ACID 3.6 GM, PANTOTHENIC ACID 3.1 MG, RIBOFLAVIN 1 MG, FRUCTO OLIGOSACCHARIDE 1.58 GM, PYRIDOXINE 1 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 1.5 MCG, THIAMINE 0.9 MG, MANGANESE 0.98 MG, CHOLESTEROL 0.1 GM |