Can I take DayQuil/NyQuil while I'm on tri-sprintec? If I can, is there a specific amount of hours that I need to take it before or after my birth control time?
Also, what's the best over the counter medicine can I take for congestion& coughing while taking my birth control pills. Thank you!
Birth Control - Is it safe to take over the counter meds while on BC?
Question posted by Mads on 16 Nov 2013
Last updated on 15 November 2013
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DzooBaby
16 Nov 2013
The only thing to worry about is mainly antibiotics, anticonvulsants. Here is a list:
Antibiotics
Cephalosporins
Chloramphenicol (Chloroptic, Chloramphenicol Sodium Succinate)
Erythromycin (Benzamycin, Emgel, Ilotycin)
Rifampin (Rifadin)
Sulfa drugs
Anticonvulsants (seizure medications)
Barbiturates
Carbamazepine (Tegretol, Carbatrol, Equetro)
Lamotrigine (Lamictal, Lamictal XR)
Phenytoin (Dilantin, Dilantin 125, Dilantin Infatabs)
Topiramate (Topamax)
HIV Drugs
Nelfinavir (Viracept)
Ritonavir and other protease inhibitors (Norvir)
Others:
Griseofulvin (Gris Peg, Grifulvin V)
Phenylbutazone
St. John's Wort
Benzodiazepines
Cold meds like Nyquil/Dayquil are fine. You can also ask your pharmacist to help you choose the right products.
DzooBaby
16 Nov 2013
It doesnt matter when you take it, just try to stay on time with your BCP
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