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A member asked:

Does any kind of tea with senna/psylium affects birth control effectiveness? how long should i take it bfore having my tea? i poop hours after tea

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

No effect: Tea will not affect your birth control.

Answered 10/13/2016

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