Fructo Oligosaccharide

Information about Fructo Oligosaccharide

Fructo oligosaccharide uses

Fructo Oligosaccharide is used in the treatment of diarrhea, infectious diarrhea and diarrhea associated with antibiotics.

How fructo oligosaccharide works

Fructo Oligosaccharide 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.

Common side effects of fructo oligosaccharide

Bloating, Flatulence

Available Medicine for Fructo Oligosaccharide

    Expert advice for Fructo Oligosaccharide

    • Avoid taking Fructo Oligosaccharide 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 Fructo Oligosaccharide at least 2 hours before or after antibiotics. This is because taking Fructo Oligosaccharide along with the antibiotics can reduce their effectiveness. 


    Content on this page was last updated on 13 April, 2021, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)