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How long after taking antibiotics does it take for birth control pills to be completely effective again?

9 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

A few days: This is not as common as people fear. If you are experiencing diarrhea or vomiting wile taking your antibiotics then this could effect the absorption of your birth control.

Dr Hadied and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 2/20/2016

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Which antibiotic?: Most antibiotics don't render oral contraceptives ineffective. We would need to know which antibiotic you are referring to.

Dr Gabor and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/5/2018

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