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Just given flagyl for possible c-diff colitis. i am also on. vsl#3 probiotics. can i take these together?

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Dr. Randy Stevens answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Caution: Yoy have a clinical diagnosis of c diff. You started flagyl. Take caution with vsl#3 it is a probiotic. It may be safe but is not evaluated. Tell your doctor and your pharmacist you're taking it. After Flagyl youre hoping to re-establish normal flora in the colon. Safer to try yourgurt.

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Answered 6/18/2022

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