On Flagyl For C-diff. Can I Take One Of The Recommended Probiotics Concurrently?

Posted on Sat, 2 Nov 2013

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Question : I have recently been diagnosed with c-diff after a course of cipro in september. I am now on Flagyl. Can I take one of the recommended probiotics concurrently ?

Answered by Dr. Aarti Abraham (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
PLEASE DO TAKE THE PROBIOTICS, THEY WILL HELP

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for writing to us for your health concern.
In fact it is recommended to be taking probiotics with the Flagyl.
It would help improve the gut flora, and act as gut protectives.
You can go ahead and take the probiotics concurrently for sure.
Wish you all the luck and a speedy recovery.
Take care.
Please feel free to ask for further clarifications.

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