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I am vitamin d deficient. i was prescribed a once a month supplement for 3 months. will this make my birth control less effective?

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Dr. Martin Fried answered

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Perhaps: Vitamin D may make your birth control less effective. You should not take them at the same time. Consult with your health care professional for more info

Answered 2/10/2015

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A member asked:

I am vitamin d deficient. i was prescribed a once a month supplement for 3 months. will this make my birth control less effective?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Martin Fried answered

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