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On my birth control packet it says the steroid prednisolone effects birth control. i was on prednisone.. same thing? should i be worried?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Prednisone: If you are no longer on prednisone, there should be no problem. If you are on Prednisone see your doctor for help.

Answered 6/30/2014

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