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A member asked:

I took a probiotic 80 billion count 30 hrs ago and for 24 hours i have been suffering severe cramping. is this normal?

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Dr. Jalal Zuberi answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Expected: Some gastric symptoms can be expected after probiotic but the symptoms should go away in a day or so. Check with your doctor if cramping continues beyond z could of days for additional intervention as needed.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 5/3/2015

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