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I have been on Big 3 daily for over a year with few problems. I had some nausea the first few weeks but then it passed. A few months in, I became extremely itchy but that also passed. I have followed the directions that come with the meds: Rifampin should be taken 1 hr before or 2 hrs after a meal, the others can be taken with or without food. Probiotics should be 4 hrs before and after antibiotics. Here is what works for me
7AM after breakfast Azithromycin & Ethambutol
12N Probiotic
3PM Inhaled Arikayce
9PM Rifampin
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Mary, I'm so glad you're getting through the 4 meds basically unscathed like myself. Especially for the newbies, it's always helpful to hear from people that haven't had such a rough time of this. Thank you and continued well wishes. Terri
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Thank you so much for your reply..
I had a regular day - aside from orange pee and a little sleepy in am. Now home I am feeling a little nausesous and flu like .like a fever ish etc. all that is on the list of common symptoms .- docs office is closed . I will still take medicine as directed tonight with dinner .I was told by doctor to take at night in case side effects will be during sleep. So you just take the pills even feeling the side effects if mild I guess? I am usually so active s this is a new "reality" . will let my self rest until it settles? Did you slow down the few weeks and then get energy back.. thank you again for answering 🙂 very much appreciate . I live with my younger daughter alone ( other daughter in college) .