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Is it possible that an antibiotic medication used for a root canal can interfere with birth control pills?
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Absolutely: Many antibiotics will decrease the efficacy of the birth control pills. Alternate means of contraception should be used to avoid pregnancy. Discuss with your prescribing dentist.
Answered 9/30/2016
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Biggest medical myth: The only antibiotic that has ever been shown to interfere with birth control levels and effectiveness is a medicine called Rifampin which is used to treat tuberculosis. Do not pay attention to the biggest medical myths of all time. Take care.
Answered 3/12/2015
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