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Have a uti/ sinus infection so i was prescribed cipro. inremoved ring same day. had unprotected sex 4 days later while on period. am i protected?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Unlikely: But always possible. Taking Ciprofloxcin will not make a difference. Removing the ring may. It doesn't sound like you were sexually active at a risky time. All the best and if you don't get your next period when expected do a pregnancy test.

Dr Fowler and 6 doctors agreed

Answered 5/11/2017

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A member asked:

Have a uti/ sinus infection so i was prescribed cipro. inremoved ring same day. had unprotected sex 4 days later while on period. am i protected?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Dr Fowler and 6 doctors agreed

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