How to Keep Antibiotics from Upsetting Your Stomach

Antibiotics are great when it comes to killing bacteria. But often, they'll kill some of the "good" bacteria that resides in our intestinal tracts, causing gastrointestinal upset. Follow these steps to keep antibiotics from upsetting your stomach.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

1. TAKE WITH FOOD

   Unless you're specifically instructed to take your drug on an empty stomach, try taking it with food to see if that alleviates the upset.

2. USE ACIDOPHILUS

   Acidiophilus can help restore the "good" bacteria in your intestinal system. Acidiophilus is found in yogurt or can be taken as a supplement.

3. TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR

   If your stomach upset persists, talk to your doctor about alternative remedies or, perhaps, trying another antibiotic.

Tips & Warnings

• When buying yogurt, look for 'live active cultures' on the label.

• Most health food stores or supermarkets should carry acidophilus tablets.

• Pharmacists are also good sources of information concerning side effects of medications.

• Never make changes to your medications without speaking to your doctor.

Resources

• Other Articles by Julie Mayfield