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Does Meprate Act As A Contraceptive?

Posted on Wed, 18 May 2016

Question: Doctor,
I am taking Meprate to regulate my periods. Is it safe to assume that it acts as a contraceptive too. Or should I take a contraceptive separately while on this medicine. Please confirm. Thanks.

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (25 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Meprate not a contraceptive

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Meprate does not act as a contraceptive, it only regulates the periods.
I will suggest you to use a contraceptive along with it.
Hope you found the answer helpful
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN

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Follow up: Dr. Deepti Verma (3 hours later)

Thanks for the reply doctor. But I was of the opinion that both these tablets, Meprate and contraceptive shouldn't be had together.. Please advice.
Can you let me know which contraceptive has to be taken.. Thanks.

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Barrier contraceptive

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear, barrier contraception like condom is best to use with meprate.It has no interaction with meprate.
Oral contraceptives are hormonal preparation, and there can be alteration of efficacy of both the drugs, leading to improper function.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN

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