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I think i may be having a side effect reaction to the statin. what probiotic should i take?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Probiotics: You didn't give us any information on the side effect. Different probiotics help for different conditions. With the information that is available - I would say multi-strain, controlled release with a minimum of millions of colonies. Can give input on specific species.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 8/4/2020

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A member asked:

I think i may be having a side effect reaction to the statin. what probiotic should i take?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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