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2019-05-13 17:33:14
Dear gastroenterologist Please let me know the disadvantage of taking probiotics for long term. And what is the maximum period to take probiotics. Also let me know which is good probiotics or pre probiotics
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The probiotic is home made curd. Pre pro biotics can be taken as long as needed, there is no harm. But usually there is no need to take them very long. It doesn't benefit. Intermittently taken is better way. Also for diseases like IBS other diet and lifestyle changes are more helpful.

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