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Re: amoxicillin and birth control (and withdrawal method)

From: Samir Fouad Aziz MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 5 Aug 2002 10:47:58 -0500 (CDT)


At Mon, 5 Aug 2002, Melanie wrote: >
>Hi- I'm sorry for asking a question that has been asked before but in
>checking the archives I am still not sure. I have been taking
>amoxicillin for five days not (and five more to go). I am on ortho
>tricyclen and started the placebo pills yesterday. My boyfriend and I
>still use the withdrawal method but I know that the pre stuff can get
>you pregnant. I have read that antibiotics aren't as bad as they say
>and it's mostly the one for tb that causes problems. However, my
>boyfriends sister-in-law got pregnent while taking antibiotics for a
>sinus infection while on the pill (mine are also for a sinus infection).
>If I get my period today like I am supose to am I in the clear? And we
>will start using condoms also but what is the risk? Thanks.
>
>Mel
>
>--
>Melanie LaPenta
>

It is better to use condom with the pills when you are taking antibiotic this is effective as long as you are taking the pills regularly.

--
Samir Aziz MD
Assist.Professor Ob.Gyn
Al-Azhar University-Egypt
Editorial advisor Obgyn.net, Pregnancy and birth & Gyn.Oncology

Note: Opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only and, as such, do not constitute a physician patient relationship. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options and/or intervention.




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