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Scheduling 3 antibiotic regimen
Hi all! I'm new to the 3 antibiotic regimen; having just begun the three-day-a-week protocol. Does anyone have any advice for me regarding the scheduling of the meds in combination with the prescribed probiotics and now the addition of carafate for digestive issues. Given the recommendations regarding taking most drugs far apart from each other and on an empty stomach, how can I manage the regimen properly? Take Azithromycin together with Ethambutol? And Rifampin separately later in the evening? I appreciate any advice from veterans! Thank you!
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Hello Viv. The booklet below reviews the meds and possible side effects, page 14-19.https://ntminfo.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/englishpamphlet_ntminfo.pdf
Some patients take meds in the evenings to lessen the side effects. Probiotics cannot be taken within 2 hours of taking antibiotics. Stage out meds over a few days to see how you feel with the addition of each new med.
Wishing you the best throughout the journey; we are here to support you.
https://ntminfo.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/englishpamphlet_ntminfo.pdf
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