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Took microbid, had unprotected sex 4 days later, after finishing my percription. will my birth control still be effective?
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Yes : If you continued your birth control daily as directed then there will be no interruption in contraception.
Answered 2/19/2015
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Yes: Macrobid doesn't have a major impact on birth control effectiveness. You should still be covered. Best wishes!
Answered 2/19/2015
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