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Does cephalexin antibiotic interfere with birth control (kurvelo)? my pharmacist said no, but im going to ask my doctor. should i be concerned?
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The whole idea of antibiotics interfering with hormonal birth control is mostly an urban myth. It is extraordinarily rare, if it occurs at all -- despite all the misinformation available online. Believe the pharmacist and don't worry about it.
Answered 3/5/2023
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