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Can Antibiotics Be Taken Along With Probiotics For Digestive Issues?

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Question : My daughter thinks I should take probiotics for my fairly frequent "stomach" problems. Are there any medications that should not be combined with probiotics?
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Answered by Dr. Geeta Sundar (54 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
No there are no medications that cannot be taken with probiotics.

Detailed Answer:
Hi, welcome to HCM,

No there are no medications that cannot be taken with probiotics.

But take it in between meals for it to have a chance to take effect on the gastro intestinal tract.

Regards
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Can Antibiotics Be Taken Along With Probiotics For Digestive Issues?

Brief Answer: No there are no medications that cannot be taken with probiotics. Detailed Answer: Hi, welcome to HCM, No there are no medications that cannot be taken with probiotics. But take it in between meals for it to have a chance to take effect on the gastro intestinal tract. Regards