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Can taking nitrofurantoin effect birth control if yes how long after taking it will it make birth control less effective ?
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Nitrofurantoin ?'s: Nitrofurantoin does not affect contraception used via oral bcps (if taken punctually), unless nausea/vomiting occur with use of same. The bcp medication may be reduced due to expulsion with the N&V.
Answered 12/29/2020
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