Probiotics

Also indexed as: Bifidobacterium bifidum, Bifidobacterium longum, Intestinal Flora, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus casei, Saccharomyces boulardii

Drug Interactions

Certain medicines interact with probiotics:

Some interactions may increase the need for probiotics.
Other interactions may be negative and indicate probiotics should not be taken without first speaking with your physician or chemist.
Others may require further explanation.

Refer to the individual drug article for specific details about an interaction.

Note: The following list only includes the generic or class name of a medicine. To find a specific brand name, use the Medicines index.

Aminoglycoside Antibiotics

Amoxicillan–Potassium Clavulanate

Trimethoprim/Sulfamethoxazole

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2007-09-01