A member asked:

Is it normal to still have diarrhea & upset stomach at times 6 days after finishing taking cefixime 400mg ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Can happen, but...: The disruption of normal bacterial balance of the gut, and the irritating effect of the antibiotic, can cause diarrhea and stomach upset that persists for days after the end of the course. It is possible, however, to kill off enough beneficial bacteria that the bad bacteria like c. difficile can thrive, causing persistent watery diarrhea and even serious illness. Worthwhile getting seen.

Answered 4/3/2015

3k views

Thank

Related Questions