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Does lemon balm make birth control pills less effective?

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Doubtful: I am unaware of any decrease in the effectiveness of Birth Control that would be caused by Lemon Balm. Check with your pharmacist to be sure as well.

Answered 7/11/2020

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