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A member asked:
Prescribed amoxicillin 500mg 3xs a day for 10 days due to sinus infection. also take lo loestrin fe. how long do i need to use a backup birth control?
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Back-up not needed: Amoxicillin doesn't decrease the effectiveness of birth-control pills. A back-up method isn't needed if you are taking your birth-control pills correctly. Best Wishes!
Answered 2/28/2016
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