Diarrhea After Antibiotics Everyday Health Menu NewslettersSearch Diarrhea How to Keep Antibiotics From Causing Diarrhea While antibiotics are fighting infection, they can also kill the good bacteria in your intestinal tract. When that happens, diarrhea can result. By Beth W. OrensteinMedically Reviewed by Justin Laube, MD Reviewed: August 24, 2017 Medically Reviewed Help your gut flora rebalance after a round of antibiotics.Jack Sullivan/Alamy Antibiotics are commonly prescribed to fight bacterial infections, but after taking the medication, you may experience diarrhea, an antibiotics side effect. Antibiotics work by killing or reducing the growth of certain bacteria that are making you ill, but they can also kill good, or helpful, bacteria in your intestinal system. This may disrupt the delicate balance in your intestines, allowing bad intestinal bacteria that are resistant to the Protect YourselfSome patients find they can take certain antibiotics and diarrhea won’t be a problem, but taking other drugs will Probiotics supplements are sold in drugstores, groceries, and health food stores in liquid, powder, and capsule forms. They are sometimes kept in a refrigerated section because they need to be protected from heat. You should talk to your doctor before taking probiotics, to make sure they’re safe to use with your other NEWSLETTERS Sign up for our Digestive Health Newsletter SubscribeBy subscribing you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. The Latest in Diarrhea Can Your Period Cause Diarrhea? Besides riding a hormonal roller-coaster and dealing with uncomfortable cramps, many women also experience diarrhea during their period.By Diana RodriguezAugust 21, 2022 4 Tips to Prevent Traveler’s Diarrhea Traveler’s diarrhea is the most common travel-related illness. Here’s how to prevent it from happening on your next vacation.By Brian MastroianniAugust 10, 2022 Dehydration: A Complication That May Arise From DiarrheaBy Ashley WelchJune 29, 2022 3 Ways to Treat Diarrhea Fluids, a bland diet, and over-the-counter medicines can help manage your symptoms and ease diarrhea.By Beth W. OrensteinJune 29, 2022 Dos and Don'ts for Quick Relief of Diarrhea If you’re suffering from diarrhea, a condition that can be caused by bacteria, viruses, medication, foods, or various digestive disorders, there are things...By Sheryl KraftJune 28, 2022 Know the Symptoms of Diarrhea and When to See a DoctorBy Ashley WelchJune 17, 2022 What Is Diarrhea? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and PreventionBy Ashley WelchAugust 24, 2020 Diarrhea Prevention Strategies You Need to KnowBy Ashley WelchMarch 26, 2018 Treatment Options for Diarrhea By Ashley WelchMarch 26, 2018 FDA Urges Makers of Diarrhea Drug to Help Stop Abuse Numerous reports show an increase of opioid users abusing loperamide, an over-the-counter medicine used to treat diarrhea. The FDA is taking steps to ...By Linda ThrasybuleFebruary 13, 2018 MORE IN Kidney Infection Treatment E. Coli Treatment and Prevention Treatments for Staph Infection: Antibiotics, Surgery, and More Wellness inspired Wellness enabled FacebookTwitterInstagramPinterestYoutubeTikTok About Us Careers Editorial Policy Newsletters Meet Our Health Expert Network Privacy Policy Health News Accessibility Statement Terms of Use Contact Us Feedback Do Not Sell My Personal Information Popular Topics AdChoices NEWSLETTERS Get the best in health and wellness SubscribeBy subscribing you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. A PROPERTY OF EHGLogo More From Everyday Health: Castle Connolly Top Doctors DailyOM Diabetes Daily Everyday Health Care Migraine Again 1996-2022 Everyday Health, Inc. Everyday Health is among the federally registered trademarks of Everyday Health, Inc. and may not be used by third parties without explicit permission. Badges Badges Badges