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Can rifampin and birth control pills be taken at the same time?
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No: Rifampin decreases the efficacy of birth control pill by changing its metabolism.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Sure...: But the Rifampin increases the metabolism of the bcps when taken together or separately. Need alternative birth control if taking the rifampin.
Answered 9/20/2019
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