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Managing Post-Antibiotic Gastro Issues: A Deep Dive into Pre/Probiotics Side Effects

After taking antibiotics and then pre/probiotics, a user faces severe digestive issues. This chat covers potential causes including antibiotic disruption, probiotic adjustment, and the importance of consulting healthcare providers to address these concerning symptoms.

  • Pre/Probiotics stomach issues ???

    So i was taking antibiotics for several things, literally two separate pills and a shot but all antibiotics so naturally my doctor told me to take pre/probiotics. So i did that, got the Olly brand or something from walmart. I was fine through the course of antibiotics and whole time I was taking the pre/probiotics. I kept taking the pre/probiotics for maybe three days after just in case i don’t know. Now to put it simply i have niagara falls coming out my ass. Like i can’t even risk a fart at this point bad. Every 20-30 minutes. Is this because of these pre/probiotics ????? I haven’t taken them in maybe 2 days out of fear 😭

  • I'm sorry to hear about your stomach issues. It's possible that the pre/probiotics could be contributing to your gastrointestinal symptoms, but there are several factors to consider.

    1. Antibiotic Use: Antibiotics can disrupt the gut microbiome, leading to gastrointestinal issues such as diarrhea. Sometimes, the effects on your gut flora can persist even after you stop taking them1.

    2. Probiotic Adjustment: When you start taking probiotics, your body may go through an adjustment period where you might experience symptoms like gas, bloating, or diarrhea. These symptoms usually resolve within a few days to a week2.

    3. Strain-Specific Reactions: Different probiotic strains can have different effects. Some may help alleviate diarrhea, while others might cause it in sensitive individuals3.

    4. Possible Contamination: Poor quality control in probiotics can sometimes lead to contamination or imbalances that could worsen gastrointestinal symptoms4.

    Here's what you should consider doing:

    • Stop Taking the Probiotics: Since you have already stopped taking them and are experiencing issues, continue to avoid them for a few more days and see if your symptoms improve.

    • Hydration and Electrolytes: Ensure you're staying hydrated and replace lost electrolytes, especially if you're experiencing diarrhea frequently.

    • Contact Your Healthcare Provider: It's essential to speak with your healthcare provider about this, as they can give you more personalized advice and determine if another underlying issue could be causing your symptoms.

    Would you like me to look up more detailed information on the potential side effects of specific probiotics or any other probiotics that might be easier on the digestive system?

    Footnotes

    1. Katherine J. McInnes, "Antibiotic-associated diarrhea: what’s the problem?", PubMed Central, 2003. ↩

    2. Floch, Michael H., et al. "Recommendations for probiotic use--2008." Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology 42 (2008): S104-S108. ↩

    3. Jones, Nicole L., et al. "Probiotics for pediatric antibiotic-associated diarrhea: a meta-analysis of randomized placebo-controlled trials." Canadian Medical Association Journal 183.1 (2011): 1-8. ↩

    4. Weese, J. Scott. "Review: Efficacy of probiotics in gastrointestinal disease." Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine 17.3 (2003): 293-254. ↩

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