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I am 8 days away from my period, i am on birth control and have been for three months. i took 3 pills of amoxicillin, will birth control be affected?

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Dr. Milroy Samuel answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Unlikely: Since you are past the ovulation point it is unlikely you would get pregnant. However always use backup contraception when on antibiotics.

Answered 6/18/2014

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A member asked:

I am 8 days away from my period, i am on birth control and have been for three months. i took 3 pills of amoxicillin, will birth control be affected?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Milroy Samuel answered

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