Why do Probiotics and Antibiotics interact?

Antibiotics kill probiotic bacteria The interaction is minor.

Probiotics and Antibiotics

Q: Can I take Probiotics with Antibiotics?

Yes. Antibiotics kill probiotic bacteria Take probiotics 2-3 hours after antibiotics

Complete guide to taking Probiotics with Antibiotics. Safety, timing, and what the research says.

Minor InteractionIngredientMD curated

Probiotics and Antibiotics have a minor interaction. Antibiotics kill probiotic bacteria

Bottom line: Take probiotics 2-3 hours after antibiotics

How They Interact

Antibiotics kill probiotic bacteria

Timing

Take probiotics 2-3 hours after antibiotics

What to do about it

Take probiotics 2-3 hours after antibiotics

Evidence Sources

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Common Questions

Probiotics and Antibiotics may interact. Antibiotics kill probiotic bacteria Take probiotics 2-3 hours after antibiotics

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