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Which herbal supplements affect hbc pills? are there any specific herbal teas to avoid? would throat coat tea reduce effectiveness?

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Dr. Yelena Kipervas answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Reassurance : You can drink any herbal tea because no any of tea influence on effectiveness of your pills. Be well.

Answered 1/27/2017

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