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Can Metronidazole Cause Stool To Become Lighter Than Normal? Taking Probiotic

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Posted on Sat, 8 Sep 2012
Question: Can metronidazole cause stool to become lighter than normal. I'm also taking a probiotic.
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Answered by Dr. Sudhir (2 hours later)
Hello,

Yes, it can make changes in stools. But it is temporary issue and no additional treatment is needed. You can continue probiotics.


Hope this answers your question.Please ask if there are doubts.

Regards.
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Can Metronidazole Cause Stool To Become Lighter Than Normal? Taking Probiotic

Hello,

Yes, it can make changes in stools. But it is temporary issue and no additional treatment is needed. You can continue probiotics.


Hope this answers your question.Please ask if there are doubts.

Regards.