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A member asked:

Doc put me on minastrin 24 fe and nexplanon. does being on two increase or decrease effectiveness? is it unhealthy to be on two at once?

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Dr. Sam Sugar answered

Not recommended: The reason for dual therapy like this is not clear and may result in unwanted side effects.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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