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Will herbal medicine affect my birth control pill?

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Dr. Valencia Porter answered

Specializes in Holistic Medicine

Possibly: It is well known that certain herbs can affect medications. For example, st. John's wort is an herb that is commonly used that can reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills. Check with an integrative pharmacist or physician if your regular pharmacist is unsure.

Answered 9/11/2013

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