Painkillers and contraceptive effectiveness

Question

Hello, I take my oral contraception and if necessary I have to take painkillers. Can the effect of the painkiller take away the effect of my oral contraception? Jencycla equivalent micronor birth control pill. Painkiller celecoxib

Lucie Deceuninck · Accepted Answer

Hello, In order to answer you with precision, could I know the name of your contraception as well as your painkiller? Thank you! Thank you for your clarification There is no need to worry about taking your painkiller; the effectiveness of your contraception will be maintained You should know that the St. John's wort found in certain natural health products could, however, reduce the effectiveness of Jencyla Have a good evening! Lucie, pharmacist