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I am taking gianvi(birth control generic for yaz). will cipro, (ciprofloxacin) cephalexin, or a zpack effect my birth control?
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BCP interaction: Hi, Yes, most Antibiotics could decrease the efficacy of birth control pill, therefore while on Antibiotics better use other measures like condom.
Answered 11/22/2014
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Ban decrease: absrbtion and effecacy in some cases, Use condoms as a backup measure to be safe.
Answered 11/22/2014
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