Proeast Z5 billion+1 billion+20 mg

Composition

• Proeast Z is a sprinkle capsule manufactured by Radiant Nutraceuticals Ltd., containing Saccharomyces boulardii 5 billion CFU, Lactobacillus rhamnosus 1 billion CFU, and Zinc 20mg (elemental, from a yeast-fortified source), as confirmed on a Bangladesh pharmacy source.
• This is a distinct, related-but-different product from the plain "Proeast" capsule (Saccharomyces boulardii alone) also sold by the same manufacturer - Proeast Z combines two probiotic strains with a Zinc supplement in a single formulation, rather than being simply a different pack size of Proeast.

Uses & Indications

• Per the Bangladesh product's own label, Proeast Z is indicated for a broad range of gastrointestinal conditions including dysbiosis, acute and chronic diarrhea, gastroenteritis, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) as an adjunct, H. pylori infection (as an adjunct), recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection, dyspepsia, and amebiasis.
• The inclusion of Zinc alongside the probiotic strains is consistent with general clinical practice of adding zinc supplementation during diarrheal illness, though the Bangladesh label itself does not explicitly cite WHO pediatric diarrhea-management protocols by name.
• If symptoms are severe, persistent, accompanied by high fever, blood in stool, or signs of significant dehydration, seek prompt medical attention rather than relying on this product alone.

Dosage & Administration

• Per the manufacturer's label: infants and children, 1 capsule per day; adults, 2-3 capsules per day. Minimum course duration is generally 10 days, extending to 28 days for dysbiosis or infectious diarrhea, or as directed by a physician.
• The sprinkle-capsule administration method is explicitly stated on the label: the powder can be sprinkled directly on the tongue, or mixed with water, a beverage, or baby food. It should not be mixed with very hot or very cold liquid, and should be taken immediately after preparation rather than left to sit.

Precautions & Side Effects

• Per the manufacturer's label, Proeast Z is contraindicated in patients with central venous catheters and in severely immunocompromised patients. Concurrent use of oral antifungal medication may reduce the effectiveness of the live probiotic strains.
• General pharmacological background (not itself printed on the BD label, but relevant safety context for the Zinc component specifically): oral zinc can chelate with certain antibiotics, particularly tetracyclines and fluoroquinolones, reducing their absorption - if you are taking such antibiotics, space the doses at least 2 hours apart from Proeast Z. Zinc supplements can also cause gastrointestinal upset or nausea if taken on an empty stomach. General health authorities (WHO/NIH-style guidance) place the adult upper tolerable intake limit for elemental zinc at approximately 40mg per day from all combined sources - be mindful of total zinc intake if taking other zinc-containing supplements alongside this product.
• Discontinue use and consult a physician if any adverse reaction occurs.

Storage & Safety

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture, as excessive heat can reduce the viability of the live probiotic cultures.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not use beyond the expiry date printed on the pack.
• Keep the strip/container sealed until use.