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How long do i need to wait till i start my birth control again after taking antibiotics?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Start ASAP: Don't wait. Although antibiotics such as Amoxicillin was said to reduce the effectiveness of bcp, i don't believe the evidence is strong. Note that even if this were true, a reduced effectiveness is better than nothing at all.

Dr Khanna and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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