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Will a probiotic pill upset my stomach?

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Shouldn't: It can be thought of as similar to a protein supplement (albeit a special kind). If other proteins don't upset your stomach, neither should probiotics. Can also usually take with some food (bread, fruit, etc.).

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Answered 3/2/2014

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Dr. Andrew Lipton answered

Specializes in Holistic Medicine

Probiotics: Will generally not upset stomach.

Answered 2/19/2016

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