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Is it possible to get pregnant after using antibotics only not pills?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Women who are: Taking antibiotics often become pregnant. However, the fact of taking antibiotics does not increase chances of pregnancy. There are some antibiotics that can decrease effectiveness of oral contraceptives however.

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Answered 10/1/2013

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