Question 1

i  take pletal. the only side effect i seem to have is gas (very embarassing). is there anything i can do to rid of gas? i have been taking acidophilus for the problem i am having with gas caused by taking pletal for many years. however, it really doesn't

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You : You can consider changing the time of day that you take it, although first check with your doctor.  First, keep a diary of what time you take it, and how closely you ate when taking it and what you ate.  Then see if there is a pattern.  You can try to notice if high fiber foods (vegetables etc) seem to set off your indigestion more.  Also try to notice if certain beverages are making it worse.  You can also try to notice if it is worse if you are constipated, then aggressively treat the constipation if so  (with stool softeners or suppositories).

Question 2

can i take acidophilus with plan b?

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Yes: The probiotic acidophilus should not affect the absorption or effectiveness of Plan B. Hope this helps!

Question 3

can i take acidophilus while taking apriso?

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Of course, but...: ...What are you trying to treat? If you are experiencing a flare of inflammatory bowel disease, please don't self medicate but call your doctor for optimal advice. He/she knows you best.

Question 4

is acidophilus powder safe to take for a 15 month old?

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Acidophillus: Probiotics are safe for a 15 month old.  I like Florastor which is over the counter for kids

Question 5

can you take acidophilus if your allergic to penicillin?

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Yes: Acidophilus and penicillin have a low chance of interaction.  Acidophilus itself should not contain any cross-reactive allergens similar to penicillin.

Question 6

is it normal to have discharge after starting to take acidophilus?

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Not ok"d by FDA: This probiotic should only be given with the approval of your doctor. its safety, efficacy, or purity  has not been evaluated by the FDA. Its side effects have not been completely worked out. As for the discharge it may change the flora in the vagina so talk with your pharmacist or doctor.

Question 7

are acidophilus and probiotics same thing?

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Not really: Probiotics include many species, some of which may be acidophilus.

Question 8

is acidophilus safe on vulva?

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Yes: Yes, Acidophilus won't hurt the vulva.  Best wishes!

Question 9

are there any remedies for thrush and acidophilus?

Accepted Answer

Oral thrush: Usually an antifungal rinse is used or an oral medication like diflucan can be prescribed by your medical provider.

Question 10

how long should i take acidophilus for?

Accepted Answer

Acidophilus: is a good probiotic but you you receive greater heal by taking a brand of probiotic that has several strains of probiotics in it, not just one.  This can be taken as a way of maintaining health long term or short term until symptoms resolve.  Please see doc for help to understand your symptoms.  Peace and good health.

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I take pletal. the only side effect i seem to have is gas (very embarassing). is there anything i can do to rid of gas? i have been taking acidophilus for the problem i am having with gas caused by taking pletal for many years. however, it really doesn't

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Can i take acidophilus with plan b?

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Can i take acidophilus while taking apriso?

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Is acidophilus powder safe to take for a 15 month old?

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Can you take acidophilus if your allergic to penicillin?

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Is it normal to have discharge after starting to take acidophilus?

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Are acidophilus and probiotics same thing?

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Is acidophilus safe on vulva?

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Are there any remedies for thrush and acidophilus?

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How long should i take acidophilus for?

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