Taking Antibiotics

Antibiotics work by targeting harmful bacteria, but they can't distinguish those from the beneficial bacteria living in your gut microbiome. This is why people ask whether to take probiotics with antibiotics: a course of treatment can disrupt digestive balance right when your body needs support most. A probiotic with clinically studied strains, like Bio-K+ Antibio Pro, helps to reduce the risk of developing antibiotic-associated diarrhea (AAD), giving your gut ecosystem steady, ongoing support.

For Canadian customers, Bio-K+ Antibio Pro (50 billion CFU) is formulated to help reduce the risk of developing antibiotic-associated diarrhea (AAD). It delivers Bio-K+'s proprietary three-strain formula, developed from more than 30 years of research and backed by 16 published clinical trials. If you are taking medications, you should always consult your health care professional before taking a natural health product.

Antibiotics can disrupt the balance of gut flora, and digestive symptoms, including bloating after antibiotics, are a recognized effect of that disruption. Supporting gut health after antibiotics is one reason many people consider a probiotic alongside treatment. Antibio Pro is formulated with Health Canada-approved claims for antibiotic-associated diarrhea, as described above, though it is not positioned as a bloating remedy specifically. Consult a healthcare professional to discuss whether Antibio Pro fits your routine.

For proper probiotic timing with antibiotics, take 1 to 2 capsules of Antibio Pro at least 2 to 3 hours after your antibiotic dose. Continue this Antibio Pro dosage throughout your antibiotic treatment and for 5 days afterward to support consistent use. Spacing the doses helps reduce interference between the antibiotic and the live bacteria. Consult a healthcare professional before starting a new probiotic regimen while taking medication.