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Will lidocaine decrease the effect of birth control? it was injected to have a cavity filled. should i use a back up method? thank you?

Q: will lidocaine decrease the effect of birth control? it was injected to have a cavity filled. should i use a back up method? thank you?

: No. If you have implants or pills and are using them as directed this procedure has no significant effect on the way BC works.

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

No. If you have implants or pills and are using them as directed this procedure has no significant effect on the way BC works.

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Answered 9/16/2022

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A member asked:

Will lidocaine decrease the effect of birth control? it was injected to have a cavity filled. should i use a back up method? thank you?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Dr Berryman and 2 doctors agreed

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