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What Causes Foam In Stool While On Omeprazol And Metronidazole?

hie. recently i have been treated for abdominal pain. been given omizaprol and metronidazol. the pain is almost gone serve a few occasions. however,my worry is the foam i notice in my stool. at times its just the foamy stool and a lot of gas. what could be the problem?
Mon, 28 Jan 2019
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Hello,

Metronidazole is an antibiotic and can give as side effects foamy stool and gas.

I recommend taking daily probiotics.

I also recommend to drink liquids and eat a healthy diet.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi,
General & Family Physician
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What Causes Foam In Stool While On Omeprazol And Metronidazole?

Hello, Metronidazole is an antibiotic and can give as side effects foamy stool and gas. I recommend taking daily probiotics. I also recommend to drink liquids and eat a healthy diet. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician