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A member asked:

Do calmettes interfere with the effectiveness of yaz?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

No, but: be careful combining calmettes (valerian) with alcohol or other drugs causing drowsiness, good that you asked, always exercise caution with multiple medications

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 7/15/2018

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