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A member asked:

Is metronidazole and probiotic okay to take at the same time? if not how long do i wait to start the probiotic

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Dr. Corey Clay answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Yes: It is ok to take them together.

Dr Degidio agreed

Answered 1/23/2018

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