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Expert: - 3/21/2010


Question
I've been on ortho cyclen 28 for one and a half cycles so far. I've gotten really sick over the last couple days and I took dayquil. Is there any drug interactions between the two that can decrease the effectiveness of the pill?

Answer
I think it might decrease the effectiveness but I could not find anything definite online. Also, I'm not a medical doctor so I would suggest your ask your physician.

Also, no birth control method is 100% effective in preventing pregnancy. So anytime you have sex, you risk pregnancy. Let me know if I can help you in any way. My email address is CHERYL51@aol.com and I hope to hear from you with an update.

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I can answer questions about the various methods of birth control. I can answer questions like "What would be the best method of birth control for me?" and other problems and concerns. I have researched side effects and risks of various methods of birth control. I have almost 23 years of experience working with various pregnancy resource centers. Please contact me at CHERYL51@aol.com if you would like to know more information about your situation or if I am "Maxed OUT".

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I have almost 23 years of experience in counseling women about birth control and family planning.

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I have worked with Pregnancy Resource Centers for almost 23 years.

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