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Would Amoxicillin And Clavulanate Reduce The Effectiveness Of Contraceptive Pills?

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Posted on Wed, 22 Aug 2018
Question: Hi I was wondering if I could get pregnant if I took one pill of amoxicillin 875mg and clavulanate 125mg
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Answered by Dr. Ramadevi Wani (1 hour later)
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Are you on contraceptive pills? If so, be assured that Amoxicillin and Clavulanic acid will not reduce its effectiveness. So there is no increased risk of pregnancy.

Take care.

Dr. Ramadevi Wani, OBGYN
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Would Amoxicillin And Clavulanate Reduce The Effectiveness Of Contraceptive Pills?

Brief Answer: Please write your concerns in detail. Detailed Answer: Hello, I will be answering your concerns today. I need some more details to help you better. Are you on contraceptive pills? If so, be assured that Amoxicillin and Clavulanic acid will not reduce its effectiveness. So there is no increased risk of pregnancy. Take care. Dr. Ramadevi Wani, OBGYN