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I had an essential oil diffuser with orange scented oil in my room for 45 min-1 hr. washed my hands after pouring in the oil. 20 mins later took my birth control pill, can inhaling the scent/touching pill after handling oil decrease effectiveness?

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Dr. Amandeep Kaur answered

No: Touching or handling oils should not affect efficacy of the medication. Continue taking pill as directed by your physician.

Answered 12/22/2019

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A member asked:

I had an essential oil diffuser with orange scented oil in my room for 45 min-1 hr. washed my hands after pouring in the oil. 20 mins later took my birth control pill, can inhaling the scent/touching pill after handling oil decrease effectiveness?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amandeep Kaur answered

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