Can Metronidazole Cause Stool To Become Lighter Than Normal? Taking Probiotic
 
                                    
                                    
                                          
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                                            Question : Can metronidazole cause stool to become lighter than normal.   I'm also taking a probiotic.  
                            
                                    Hello,
Yes, it can make changes in stools. But it is temporary issue and no additional treatment is needed. You can continue probiotics.
Hope this answers your question.Please ask if there are doubts.
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                            Yes, it can make changes in stools. But it is temporary issue and no additional treatment is needed. You can continue probiotics.
Hope this answers your question.Please ask if there are doubts.
Regards.
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