Okay, here goes. I am starting another round of amoxicillin this time for an ear infection. Two weeks ago it was for a sinus infection. Anyway, my guts still aren't real happy from the last round which ended 9 or 10 days ago. I have some Walgreens brand acidophilus capsules. Active ingredient is lactobacillus - 10 mg. Will this be enough to hopefully combat the bowel problems that occur with antibiotics? Also, it says 1-2 capsules a day. Is that enough while under antibiotic therapy or would you need more? Are there any side effects when taking acidopilus? I also have some Dannon yougurt, but I'm sure it has sugar in it. Is that still okay to eat with antibiotics? Will it still help even though it has sugar in it? Sorry for all the questions. Hopefully someone will have some quick answers since I have to start the amox today. Thanks.

The ones I bought at Walgreens have over 100 million active lactobacillus acidophilus cells in them. It says to refrigerate after opening. I put them in the fridge right away. Will they still work do you think? Do either of you get any nausea from taking them? The amoxicillin itself is making me quite queasy today. I'm afraid to take much of anything and have a hard time eating. I can't believe I have an ear infection. I haven't had one of those since junior high school and that was over 20 years ago!