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I got done with my taper of prednisone on tuesday. i started with 20 mg 8 months ago was down to 1 mg for past month now finished. can i safely take probiotics now. as im on a 7 day courses of amox-k clv antibiotics?
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There is no reason if you like the effect of probiotics, to not take them. They will not interact with any residual prednisone in your system and there is no interaction with the antibiotics as well. You can always consult with the physician that prescribes any medicine to answer such questions.
Answered 5/13/2023
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