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Antihistamines, zinc lozenges, and decongestants do not affect how well the Birth Control pill works. Contact your health care provider or pharmacist for specific information about your cold remedy.
Certain antibiotics can decrease the effectiveness of birth control pills. Over-the-counter cold medicines do not interfere.
The pill may not of protected you during the few days you was sick.

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Cold medicines like psuedoephedrine, guaifenisen, and antihistamines do not affect birth control. Contact your pharmacist or health care provider for advice specific to your medication regimen.

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