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Does lamictal decrease birth control effectiveness?

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Dr. John Baker answered

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LTG + OCP: Studies have shown that Lamictal levels can be lowered by starting progesterone-estrogen contraceptive, but that Lamictal addition to contraceptives does not decrease its effectiveness. Most physicians still recommend dual contraceptive methods primarily due to the safety of most antiepileptics in pregnancy.

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