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twobit

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the Pill And Antibiotics
Posted: 08-15-05 16:02pm

Hey I was just wondering if anyone knows how long you are meant to wait after using antibiotics with the pill to be fully protected? Is it one or two weeks? Thanks
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Happiness03

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Joined: 23 Jul 2005
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Posted: 08-15-05 16:41pm

Well antibiotics, no matter what the dose, brand or kind typically stay in your system for 10 days. I know because I am on a tri-pack right now and even after the 3rd antibiotic, it stays in your system for the next 4-10 days. So, don't let the tri-pack confuse you. Otherwise, you may be prescribed 10 antibiotic pills. I would wait a full 2 weeks just to be on the safe side.
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GoddessNyx

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Location: BC, Canada

Posted: 08-16-05 06:47am

You know who would probably know this? Your doctor.
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twobit

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Posted: 08-17-05 21:03pm

Thanks for that! Il keep that in mind. I did ask my doctor, I just forgot what she said....Hence me asking :)
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GoddessNyx

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Location: BC, Canada

Posted: 08-17-05 21:09pm

twobit wrote:
thanks for that! Il keep that in mind. I did ask my doctor, I just forgot what she said....Hence me asking :)


i have a terrible memory. I usually have to write down stuff like that. Lol
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fatfamily02

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Location: Georgia, USA

Posted: 08-17-05 21:21pm

Hey, could call the pharmacy usually day or night (if ya'all have walgreens) and they can give you that information!!
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