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How long do you have to wait to have sex after taking an antibiotic for tooth pain?

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Wait! Think about ..: Please be aware - some antibiotics may reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills. Talk to your gynecologist.

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Dr. Louis Sterling answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

Depends: If you are a male then, no waiting if you feel up to it. If you are a female and you are on a course of antibiotics (particularly a penicillin) don't count on the effectiveness of oral contraceptives you have taken. "the pill" can be rendered less effective by the antibiotics. But again, if you feel up to it and you are aware of the antibiotic/"pill" interaction-no waiting.

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Depends: Depends on the antibiotic. Discuss with your MD.

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