A 22-year-old female asked:
on orsythia. can i drink senna (laxative) tea during my inactive pills and still be protected when i start a new pack?
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Dr. Peter Baumann answered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Not affected: Expediting discharge of bowel contents while on the inactive pills will not affect the efficacy of the birth control pill.
Answered on Jan 12, 2015
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Dr. Charles Cattano answered
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Please clarify...: ...Are you asking about birth control pills, or something else here? Also, why do you feel you need a laxative?
A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Arthur Heller answered
43 years experience Gastroenterology
Better not too: Just because it's natural doesn't mean it's safe (hemlock killed socrates). Chronic stimulant laxatives: senna, cascara, aloe, triphala (natural), can ... Read More
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A 32-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sidney Vinson answered
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It is probably safe: Taking a laxative pill the same day after drinking a senna tea is safe. If you have chronic constipation then a daily fiber supplement or stool softe ... Read More
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Dr. Christina Enzmann answered
21 years experience Obstetrics and Gynecology
No: None of these ingredients should affect the effectiveness of your birth control pill, .
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