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Regarding amoxicillin and trinessa (norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol) birth control pills. how long should i use extra protection if i'm on them?

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BCP's and antibiotic: Yes, definately use a back up. Antibiotics can disturb the enterhepatic circulation of estrogen causing contraceptive failure!

Dr Ingram and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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