A member asked:

I read somewhere that women who take birth control pills should not take st. john's wort. is this true? if so why? i take both and haven't had issues.

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Decreases pill: St. John's wart decreases the effectiveness of oral contraceptive pills and should not be used together. Consider using a different method such as an iud or essure if you are done having children.

Answered 1/9/2014

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