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I have a marina iud and i'm taking ciprofloxacin for an ear infection. should i avoid sex with my long term boyfriend or use protection?

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Antibiotics: Antibiotics can affect the metabolism of different medications including birth control pills however intrauterine devices effectiveness shouldn't be affected by antibiotics.

Dr Livingston agreed

Answered 3/22/2020

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