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Expert: - 5/26/2011


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Hello,

I was just wondering if Pseudoephedrine, which is the active ingredient in medicines such as Advil Cold and Sinus, Zyrtec-D, etc. interfere with birth control pills to make them less effective?

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Dear Lauren,

I did a search on http://www.goodsearch.com and put in "Does pseudoephedrine interfere with birth control pills?" I found a few articles about this and most of them said that it shouldn't interfere. Several things do interfere but the main thought of most articles is that particular medication shouldn't be a problem. But I would urge you to ask your doctor or pharmacist to make sure.

Diane Cheryl

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Diane Cheryl

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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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Illinois Valley Community College, Austin Community College, Travel Agent Degree and almost 23 years of counseling experience.
I have worked with Pregnancy Resource Centers for almost 23 years.

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