I know that you need to use another form of birth control if you are on the pill and taking antibiotics. Does anyone know when would be okay to trust the birth control pill again? I stopped taking the antibiotics yesterday and that was the second day of my non-active/green pills. If I just wait until I start the new pack on Saturday would that be okay?
Also, my period was supposed to come this morning but it hasn't. There is a tiny amount of something but I wouldn't have even noticed if I hadn't been searching for it--so not my period. I have not had sex while on the antibiotics. Could they cause a delay in my period? (it's not even a day late yet I'm just usually very regular). Thanks!
2007-05-01 13:03:13 · 6 answers · asked by Amanda 4 in Health ➔ Women's Health
Antiobiotics reducing the efficacy of oral contraceptives is a topic of debate and some controversey. When I worked at Planned Parenthood, the standard clinical advice was to use a backup method for a FULL CYCLE during/after antibiotic usage.
The situation is influenced by both the type of antiobiotic prescribed and the kind of birth control pill you're taking. If for some reason you can't use a supplemental form of b.c., I would ask your MD since he/she will know exactly what you're taking. If it were me, I wouldn't risk it since it's far easier to use a barrier method of contraception instead of (possibly) facing an unintended pregnancy!
I've never heard of an instance where antibiotics themselves caused a change in menstrual cycle. Could the delay be caused by whatever issue you were treating with them? Also, sometimes just the stress on the body from dealing with illness can cause your periods to go a little tweaky. If you're still late in a week, I'd consult the doctor.
2007-05-01 14:33:34 · answer #1 · answered by voodoodolly 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In answer to the second part of your question yes the period can be delayed for a bit by the antibiotic having effect on the birth control.
As for the trusting of taking of your pills now that you have stopped the antibiotic I would recommend following up with your dr on this to see what they think.
2007-05-01 13:08:47 · answer #2 · answered by sokokl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I can only say this from experience, but my period was 4 days late this past month, and I had just finished a round of antibiotics the day before my period came. Go see your doctor, and if you dont get your period before you see the doc, ask for a pregnancy test.
2007-05-01 13:13:38 · answer #3 · answered by Amanda C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ooo, i say stay away from antibiotics, they're scary
but ask ur science teacher about it (antibiotics) for an explaination, or they might hav a diff opinion
2007-05-01 13:07:16 · answer #4 · answered by deathbykindnes 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
your doctor would know best.
2007-05-01 13:07:18 · answer #5 · answered by Michael Jackson 1958 - FOREVER 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
YOU SHOULD ASK YOUR DOCTOR
2007-05-01 13:12:11 · answer #6 · answered by Gordita de Oro 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋