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Will a z-pack alter the effects of my birth control pills? how about steroid shots?

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Dr. Susan Rhoads answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Z-pak yes: A Z-pak alone can certainly interfere with bcp's. Use protection until the start of the next cycle.

Answered 1/8/2015

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