Hi, i had a cut in my head and got 6 stitches. I was advised by my doctor to take Augmentin 1000. I took it for 4 days but suffered severe diarrhea. I reported this to my doctor and he asked me to take Monocef 200 in place of augmentin. I am still having diarrhea. Should i continue with the medicine. Please help.
Hi, Continue taking monocef-200 along with a probiotic. Antibiotic induced diarrhea occurs due to alteration of normal gut flora (good intestinal bacteria) which usually subsides once you stop taking your antibiotic.  However, I advise you to take over the counter probiotics such as Lactobacillus which restores the normal gut flora and thus reduces the frequency of loose motions. I also suggest you to take plenty of oral fluids, avoid beverages that are high in sugar or contain alcohol or caffeine which can worsen your symptoms, and also avoid spicy and fatty foods. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care