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Amoxicillin

Bromelain - Possible Helpful Interaction | Vitamin K - Possible Nutritional Depletion

Possible Helpful Interaction

According to two studies, the supplement bromelain (from pineapple stems) may increase the absorption of amoxicillin. 1,2 This effect might help the antibiotic work better.

Possible Nutritional Depletion

There are concerns that antibiotic treatment might reduce levels of vitamin K in the body. However, this effect seems to be slight, and only significant, if at all, in individuals who are already considerably deficient in vitamin K. 3–6

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Amoxicillin

Bromelain

Possible Helpful Interaction

Vitamin K

Possible Nutritional Depletion

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