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Does mucinex (guaifenesin) for cold affect birth control?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

It should not: impact effectiveness of oral contraceptives. Take care.

Dr Bansal agreed

Answered 12/15/2018

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