Everything has been going well in regards to my GI tract.
I have only been taking my Zithromax for about a week-low dose once daily.
My supplements and Probiotics for two weeks. I take Vit D3, Biotin, Krill Oil, CoQ10 Ubiquinol, R-Lipoic Acid, chelated Magnesium.
My bm's have actually improved since taking all of the above.
The only change I made is for the past two days I have taken 2 Ester C tablets instead of just one. My bm's this morning were a bit looser. About two hours after lunch and my 2nd dose of Ester C I had diarrhea which I had to take two doses of Immodium because I had to work my evening job.
I am hoping it is the Ester C causing this. I have read it can. I've also read magnesium can as well, but I've been taking the same 4 magnesium pills (400mgs total) daily-no changes there.
Any input would be most appreciated. This is one side effect I cannot deal with.
Thanks
Posted by Pinelady (Member # 18524) on :
I am taking 2000 ester C with no problems. I would look elsewhere. My diarrhea always came back when I stopped my meds for any reason....So maybe the zith is not doing it for you...
Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :
I don't know... for me it would be the Ester C. I don't tolerate C for many reasons.
Posted by one4islands (Member # 28187) on :
Posted by PTrain (Member # 28773) on :
I feel for you one4islands, I started abx just a month ago. Was doing fine on Zith and Amoxycillin, Started the Flagyl five days ago and have had diarhea every day since. I don't take Ester C so can't speak for that.
I read that you should not take Immodium when on ABX. Any feedback on that?
Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :
How much magnesium are you taking?
Posted by PTrain (Member # 28773) on :
I'm taking one 400mg softgel (nature made) per day, but am switching soon to Natural Vitality. I've been taking this one 400 mg softgel for a month with no problems...
Posted by TerryK (Member # 8552) on :
The only way you will know what is causing it is through trial and error. If the diarrhea started immediately after the increase in Vit C I would reduce Vit C and see if it resolves. Wait several days to a week. If that doesn't resolve it then cut your magnesium etc.. Your LLMD should be able to help you figure it out.
Good luck, Terry
Posted by Braveheart (Member # 29618) on :
I can't say that I know anything specific about Ester C, But I've taken Vitamin C most of my life from being so sick. There are two things to look for in vit C to help the runs and heartburn as well as effectiveness.
1. It should have rose hips 2. It should be time released
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