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Will taking a daily probiotic interfere w the effectiveness of a broad spectrum antibiotic?
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No: When taking antibiotics, I recommend patients take their probiotic supplements 3-4 hours before or after the antibiotic dose. The antibiotic may kill the probiotic if taken together.
Answered 10/24/2017
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