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I am having antibiotics augmentin and doxyclline, can i take electrolytes powder containing sodium,potassium,calcium,magnesium oxide,manganese etc. and some probiotic (culturelle) to alleviate my diarrhea and stomach upset?

Q: i am having antibiotics augmentin and doxyclline, can i take electrolytes powder containing sodium,potassium,calcium,magnesium oxide,manganese etc. and some probiotic (culturelle) to alleviate my diarrhea and stomach upset?

: Consider that antibiotics may be playing a role. Discuss with your Drs.

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Consider that antibiotics may be playing a role. Discuss with your Drs.

Answered 11/10/2022

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A member asked:

I am having antibiotics augmentin and doxyclline, can i take electrolytes powder containing sodium,potassium,calcium,magnesium oxide,manganese etc. and some probiotic (culturelle) to alleviate my diarrhea and stomach upset?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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