When you begin treatment
with an antibiotic, this may wipe out the good bacteria in your gut along with the
infection. When bad bacteria outnumbers the good bacteria, this can cause imbalance
in your gut flora65
How to prevent diarrhea when
using antibiotics⁶⁶
1. Use probiotics
Probiotics are effective in relieving
diarrhea caused by antibiotics as well as helping with abdominal pain and gas.
2. Watch what you eat
Trust your gut when choosing foods that
may cause stomach problems like spicy foods, sugar, and fiber.
3. Take antibiotics with or without
food
Consult your doctor on the correct
treatment plan to follow with antibiotics, and when to take them in relation to your
meals.
