Pamela J. asked

👶  Ob Gyn

What are the odds of getting pregnant when taking St. John's Wort along with birth control pills? I am taking an estrogen/progesterone combination pill for 6 months and started taking St. John's Wort (700 mg) since July 2 for anxiety and depression. I have had unprotected sex since starting the supplement. When should I take a pregnancy test, and are there any side effects if I am pregnant while taking St. John's Wort?

January 12th, 2024

David C. answered

St. John's Wort can reduce the efficacy of your birth control pills by approximately 20-25%, increas...

January 12th, 2024

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