Taking Probiotics with Antibiotics or Anti-microbial Herbs

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[randallkeller]

How do I then re- colonize my gut after taking anti biotics?

[orlonarsino]

Which herbs are good for the anti microbial process?

[maridigna]

Hi doc. Pls discuss about cipro esp for treating k pneumoniae, how to reduce side effects while taking it, herbal remedies during the course, foods and vit and min that can affect it's efficacy.

[EACHONETEACHONE]

Is this because of SIBO, the compromising of the mucosal lining? If so, if the lining is repaired then would that create an environment habitable for colonization of good bacteria?

[nguyenhien]

Thank Dr.ph.
i need more explanation for this

[MirandaIlissa]

For h pylori treatment. Would taking the probiotic 3-4 hrs after the antibiotics be a good timing

[orlonarsino]

and my last question is,
do the probiotics ie. like Bacillus coagulans, S. Boulardii,

they do not exist in the GI? and so they just kind of come in... do there thing and leave? right?

is lactic or citric acid the only types of antibiotics? or is there also another process in the antimicrobial elimination that is unique with herbs like oregeno and goldenseal?

Please please educate me

[orlonarsino]

I also see your saying there is no colonization? So do the probiotics just enhance the gut microbiota already existing?
Is it ok to have fermented food daily? Does it hurt to be exposed to probiotics everyday?

[bennguyen]

If the existing colonized bacteria that prevent new bugs from taking hold are decimated thru the use of antibiotics, what is preventing new probiotic strains (taken with/after the antibiotics) from colonizing in their place?

[NJR]

I have to take daily Doxycycline. What probiotic should I take to try to counter this??