Question
I gave my baby the flu vaccine at 2 pm today, and then fed him a pack of probiotics this evening. Will it affect the vaccine? Will it have any side effects on the baby?
Answer
The flu vaccine is primarily designed to combat influenza and does not conflict with the consumption of probiotics. Probiotics work by maintaining a balanced gut flora to boost the immune system. Therefore, there is no need to worry; eating probiotics does not conflict with receiving the vaccine and does not interfere with each other. If necessary, you can continue taking probiotics about a week after receiving the vaccine.