Filtrum Hydrolyzed Lignin 400 mg 50 Tablets

Filtrum 400 mg – Intestinal Adsorbent for Diarrhoea and IBS-D (50 Tablets)

Filtrum 400 mg is a third-generation enterosorbent containing 400 mg of hydrolysed lignin per tablet. Its porous structure helps attract and bind viruses, bacteria, toxins and other harmful substances inside the digestive tract, supporting their natural elimination through the stool without being absorbed into the bloodstream. The 50-tablet pack is intended for longer treatment courses, particularly for diarrhoea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-D).

What Is Filtrum?

Filtrum is a third-generation intestinal adsorbent (enterosorbent) formulated with hydrolysed lignin 400 mg. It works locally inside the gastrointestinal tract by binding harmful substances and diarrhoea-causing agents to its porous surface, helping eliminate them naturally from the body through the stool without entering the bloodstream.

What Types of Diarrhoea Does Filtrum Help Manage?

Filtrum is designed to help manage different types of diarrhoea, including:

• Viral Diarrhoea: Associated with viral infections such as Rotavirus and Norovirus.
• Bacterial Diarrhoea: Associated with bacterial infections such as E. coli and Salmonella.
• Food Poisoning: Caused by bacterial toxins and harmful substances in contaminated food.
• IBS-Related Diarrhoea (IBS-D): Diarrhoea associated with irritable bowel syndrome, which may involve excess bile acids.

How Does Filtrum Work?

Filtrum works through a process called adsorption. Its porous hydrolysed lignin structure attracts and binds harmful substances on its surface, including:

• Viruses associated with intestinal infections.
• Bacteria that may cause digestive infections.
• Bacterial toxins and other harmful substances.
• Excess bile acids that may contribute to diarrhoea.

Once these substances are bound to the lignin, they are carried out of the body naturally through the stool. This action helps remove unwanted substances from the digestive tract without relying on slowing intestinal movement.

Why Choose Filtrum for Bacterial Diarrhoea?

Some antidiarrhoeal medicines work by slowing bowel movements, which may be unsuitable in certain bacterial intestinal infections because it can delay the elimination of infectious substances. Filtrum works differently by binding bacteria and their toxins inside the digestive tract and supporting their elimination through the stool. However, bacterial diarrhoea may require medical assessment and specific treatment depending on its cause and severity.

Does Filtrum Help with IBS-Related Diarrhoea?

Yes. Filtrum may help manage diarrhoea associated with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-D). Excess bile acids can contribute to diarrhoea and digestive discomfort, particularly following the consumption of fatty foods. Hydrolysed lignin helps bind certain substances, including excess bile acids, inside the digestive tract.

Is Filtrum Suitable During Pregnancy and for Older Adults?

Filtrum acts locally inside the gastrointestinal tract and is not absorbed into the bloodstream. However, medical advice is recommended before use during pregnancy or in older adults, particularly when taking other medications or managing existing health conditions.

What Is the Recommended Dose of Filtrum 400 mg?

The recommended dosage depends on the condition being managed:

• Acute Diarrhoea and Food Poisoning: 2 tablets, 3 times daily for 3 to 5 days, using the 20-tablet pack.
• IBS-Related Diarrhoea (IBS-D): 2 tablets twice daily, using the 50-tablet pack according to the product instructions.

Take Filtrum separately from meals and other medications, following the recommended time intervals in the package leaflet, as it may affect the absorption of other medicines.

Why Is It Important to Manage Diarrhoea Quickly?

Diarrhoea can cause rapid loss of fluids and essential electrolytes, increasing the risk of dehydration. This can be particularly dangerous for children and older adults. It is important to replace lost fluids and salts by drinking sufficient water and using oral rehydration solutions (ORS) when appropriate.

Important Precautions

• Follow the recommended dosage and instructions provided in the package leaflet.
• Maintain adequate fluid and electrolyte intake during diarrhoea.
• Seek medical advice if diarrhoea is severe, persistent or accompanied by blood in the stool, high fever or signs of dehydration.
• Consult a healthcare professional before use during pregnancy or alongside other medications.