Can bacteria affect medication

Answer 1

Bacteria can affect medication. Some bacteria have the ability to break down certain medications. This can cause adverse metabolites or products to be produced as well as an inactivation of the medication. They can also affect it when it is in your body in the same way.

Answer 2

The body is full of micro-organism performing a number of important jobs, especially in regards to digestion. Many antibiotics can kill these helpful organisms in addition to the ones making you sick. If too many of them are killed and not replaced through culture therapy, it can cause other illness symptoms such as diarrhea and stomach pain.

Answer 3

There are some antibiotics that, when taken, can kill the E. coli. in the large intestine, leading to potential problems. Most of the times, however, the antibiotics is absorbed from the small intestine and is excreted.

Answer 4

Yes, certain bacteria can affect medication by breaking it down or altering its chemical structure, making it less effective or potentially harmful. Bacteria can also develop resistance to antibiotics, making the medication ineffective in treating bacterial infections.

Answer 5

no