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A member asked:

Does amoxicilin and zithromax antibiotics cause implanon to not work?

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

All can: Any antibiotic can interfere with the effectivness of birth control agents. Secondary method of protection is recommended while taking and for at least 2 weeks after finished. Ask your gyn for specifics.

Answered 12/31/2017

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