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I did 2 breath tests and they suspect sibo and fructose intolerance.i have been given xiflaxin for 2 weeks.i have been taking culturelle the last months.should i stop taking the probiotic because of the suspected sibo and fructose intolerance?

Q: i did 2 breath tests and they suspect sibo and fructose intolerance.i have been given xiflaxin for 2 weeks.i have been taking culturelle the last months.should i stop taking the probiotic because of the suspected sibo and fructose intolerance?

: Yes, probiotic is not indicated for this syndrome.

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Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Yes, probiotic is not indicated for this syndrome.

Answered 4/30/2021

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A member asked:

I did 2 breath tests and they suspect sibo and fructose intolerance.i have been given xiflaxin for 2 weeks.i have been taking culturelle the last months.should i stop taking the probiotic because of the suspected sibo and fructose intolerance?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

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