I am consuming 4 oz. of "Activia yogurt" per day to improve bowel movements. I am also taking 250 mg of azithromycin daily. Will the pro-biotic counteract the antibiotic?
Can I consume yogurt (a pro-biotic) while taking Azithromycin (an antibiotic)?
Question posted by Randy Stewart on 6 June 2017
Last updated on 6 June 2017
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masso
6 June 2017
Yes, you can.
I always take probiotics when taking antibiotics.
Like all broad spectrum antibiotics, azithromycin does not discriminate between pathogenic bacteria and “friendly” bacteria. You must take your probiotic at least two hours before or after you take your antibiotic, you should gain the desired benefit from both.
masso
6 June 2017
What should I avoid while taking azithromycin?
Do not take antacids that contain aluminum or magnesium within 2 hours before or after you take azithromycin. This includes Acid Gone, Aldroxicon, Alternagel, Di-Gel, Gaviscon, Gelusil, Genaton, Maalox, Maldroxal, Milk of Magnesia, Mintox, Mylagen, Mylanta, Pepcid Complete, Rolaids, Rulox, and others. These antacids can make azithromycin less effective when taken at the same time.
Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody, stop taking this medicine and call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrhea medicine unless your doctor tells you to.
Avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds. Azithromycin can make you sunburn more easily. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors.
More info: https://www.drugs.com/azithromycin.html
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