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My wife is on antibiotics which have caused a lot of diarrhea. what can we do to reduce this symptom? already taking lots of yogurt.
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Probiotics: Consider a probiotic that contains both lactobacillus acidophilus and bifidobacter. Consult with your physician for additional testing to rule out c difficile infection as a cause of diarrhea.
Answered 3/8/2018
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