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Lady E
Just a quick question--I am on a low dose bcp,Yasmin,could I still take a womens menopause vitamin that contains black cohosh?One pharmacist said it was safe,but the internet article I found today said no.Which is right??Please help ladies,I took one of the womens vitamins earlier,don't want to hurt myself by taking more if it is a no no. unsure.gif
Lady E
Anyone know the answer??? blink.gif
mrsb76
I can only reiterate what you read. My doctor told me the same thing, don't take them together. Something about the black cohosh interacts with the bc pills and they won't be as effective.
cvoor
I've read the same thing, black cohosh and bcp's don't mix well. They interact with each other.
Lady E
Thanks guys-I haven't mixed them anymore.That guy at the pharmacy needs to increase his knowledge!lol.Have a great day and GOD bless.
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