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It's generally recommended to wait at least 48-72 hours after completing a course of antibiotics before testing your stool. This allows time for the antibiotic effects to diminish and for your gut microbiome to start to recover. However, if you're experiencing severe symptoms or specific concerns, consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice.
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How long after taking stool specimens can i wait before taking to lab if in clinical bottles?
Stool specimens should be taken to the hospital within 1 hour of collection for accurate test results.
How long should you sit on a stool for?
you should be able to sit on a stool for an hour maximum, if you sit on it longer it is illegal
What does it mean if you get a long and painful period while taking active birth control pills and were recently on penicillin?
Taking any antibiotics can make your pills ineffective. You should always use alternative birth control while on antibiotics (and through your next full cycle).
How long should you wait for a smear test after taking antibiotics?
You generally do not need to wait after taking antibiotics to have a smear test. Antibiotics do not affect the results of the test. However, if you were prescribed antibiotics for a specific infection affecting the genital area, it may be wise to consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice. Always follow your doctor's recommendations regarding timing for any medical tests.
Can antibiotics cause confusion in elderly if so for how long taking the medicine?
yes
How long after taking antibiotics can you have a spirometry test?
6 weeks following completion of ABX
How long does the effectiveness of birth control last when taking antibiotics?
The effectiveness of birth control may be reduced when taking antibiotics, so it is recommended to use a backup method of contraception during antibiotic treatment and for at least one week after finishing the antibiotics.
What are the potential causes of long stool and when should it be a cause for concern?
Potential causes of long stool include a high-fiber diet, dehydration, or certain medical conditions like irritable bowel syndrome. If long stool is persistent, accompanied by other symptoms like abdominal pain or blood in the stool, it should be a cause for concern and prompt a visit to a healthcare provider for further evaluation.
Are antibiotics pain killers?
NO. They are antibiotics. anti = against; and bio = life. Therefore antibiotics kill bacteria etc. (Indirectly, antibiotics may contribute to pain relief if the pain is caused by the types of infection resulting from those germs which antibiotics kill. However, antibiotics should never be taken as a direct painkiller. Rather, one should take them to fight germs when one has become infected; but only after ascertaining that antibiotics are needed and will help. A doctor should be consulted. Taking antibiotics for too long, or when not needed, can have unwanted consequences.)
You are on birth control you are taking antibiotics for a week before your period and then the week of your period you are not on bc and then you start back up the following wk how long should i wait?
There's no need to wait.
How long after taking antibiotics will hives appear?
I started a round of antibiotics (a "Z" pack) and within 2 hours of taking the first dose, I noticed hives appearing in their usual spots (for me, the face).I ceased taking the meds, but the hives and other side effects stayed with me for more than 7 days.
Can you get pregnant due to being on the pill and drinking antibiotics?
You should not self medicate. If you are taking antibiotics, then the doctor prescribing these to you will also know you are on the pill and will have advised you regarding interactions between medicines. This is why training to be a doctor takes so long and can only be achieved by clever people. Self medication is dangerous and leads to medicines (especially antibiotics) becoming ineffective as organisms evolve to get round them - DON'T DO IT.
