Can I Take Birth Control Pills and Carbamazepine/Phenytoin Together? — Safety Guide
Birth Control Pills and Carbamazepine/Phenytoin should be avoided together. These antiepileptics reduce OCP effectiveness.
Quick Answer
Birth Control Pills and Carbamazepine/Phenytoin should be avoided together. These antiepileptics reduce OCP effectiveness.
How They Interact
These antiepileptics reduce OCP effectiveness.
Safety Guidelines
Use higher dose OCP or alternative contraception. Discuss with doctor.
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