Mission, TX
A 36-year-old female asked:
i saw the dr last nigh and prescription me prednisone, biaxin, (clarithromycin) loratadine and ventolin can i still continue taking my ocp (femcon fe)?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Thomas Namey answered
Rheumatology 48 years experience
Yes!: Yes. You have significant pulmonary issues, but your drug regimen will not interfere!
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2 comments
Dr. Diane Minich commented
Family Medicine 37 years experience
Use condoms as a a back up measure as antibiotics can decrease the effectiveness of the BCP.
Sep 26, 2013
Dr. Thomas Namey commented
Rheumatology 48 years experience
Provided original answer
Tetracyclines, possibly 10 percent. Not with Biaxin!
Sep 26, 2013
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