I heard that antibiotics could cancel the effect of the contraceptive pill... is this true?

Question

Hello, I had an operation for my wisdom teeth 2 weeks ago. I had antibiotics for 7 days against the infection in my scars. ok! so if i understand after the 7 days of my treatment everything goes back to normal with the functioning of my pill?

Tracy Tremblay · Accepted Answer

Hello, yes, it is true that some antibiotics decrease the effectiveness of the contraceptive pill. You are better off using another method of contraception such as condoms during your antibiotic treatment. Exactly!