Taking a probiotic alongside antibiotics is generally considered safe. Stagger the doses by taking Bio-K+ at least 2 to 3 hours after the antibiotic to allow beneficial bacteria to reach the gut. Bio-K+ probiotic products help promote, support, or maintain digestive health† during antibiotic use. If you have underlying health conditions or are on long-term antibiotic therapy, speak with your healthcare provider before starting a probiotic.

† These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

The best time to take probiotics with antibiotics is at least 2 to 3 hours after the antibiotic dose. This is the confirmed dosing direction for Bio-K+ products and helps ensure beneficial bacteria can reach the gut. For men on twice-daily antibiotics, choose a midpoint timing window between the two doses. Bio-K+ targeted-release capsules are shelf-stable and convenient for timed dosing alongside a prescription schedule. Consistency matters. Take daily for the full duration of the antibiotic course and continue for several days after to support the gut during recovery.

Extra Care (50B CFU, 30 caps) or Extra Care+ (80B CFU, 30 caps) are probiotic dietary supplements that promote, support, or maintain digestive health† during and after antibiotic use. Key selection criteria include clinically studied strains, CFU guaranteed until the expiry date, and targeted-release delivery. Bio-K+'s proprietary, patented 3-strain formula is backed by 16 published clinical trials and more than 30 years of science. This strain-specific approach is what sets Bio-K+ apart.

† These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Probiotics do not reduce the effectiveness of antibiotics when taken at staggered times, at least 2 to 3 hours apart. They operate through different mechanisms. Antibiotics act on pathogenic bacteria, while probiotics help maintain the balance of beneficial bacteria in the gut. Taking them at the same time rather than staggering may reduce the number of live bacteria reaching the gut, which is a practical consideration, not a safety concern. Bio-K+ is formulated for concurrent use with antibiotics when timing is staggered appropriately.

Yes. Continuing probiotic use after the antibiotic course supports ongoing digestive health†. Extra Care (50B CFU) or Extra Care+ (80B CFU) are suited for the post-antibiotic recovery period. These products promote, support, or maintain digestive health† and help maintain beneficial bacteria in the gut. Bio-K+ offers a range of probiotic dietary supplements formulated to support digestive health† during and after antibiotic use.

† These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.