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Can Probiotics Be Taken With Antibiotics?
Question: is it possible I might counteracting antibiotics I'm taking for bv if I'm also taking probiotics?
Brief Answer:
no, its a misconception. probiotics ae safe with antibiotics
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for the query to HCM .
Its a misconception that probiotics shall decrease the efficacy of antibiotics caused by decreasing its bioavailability. But there is no such evidences available. Probiotics don't decrease the efficacy of antibiotics rather make the gut more receptive and increases the lactobacillus count promoting better digestion and well being acting as an adjunct to antibiotics in fighting against the pathogen.
I hope i have answered your query in detail,
Wishing you good helath,
Regards
no, its a misconception. probiotics ae safe with antibiotics
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for the query to HCM .
Its a misconception that probiotics shall decrease the efficacy of antibiotics caused by decreasing its bioavailability. But there is no such evidences available. Probiotics don't decrease the efficacy of antibiotics rather make the gut more receptive and increases the lactobacillus count promoting better digestion and well being acting as an adjunct to antibiotics in fighting against the pathogen.
I hope i have answered your query in detail,
Wishing you good helath,
Regards
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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