The birth control pill known as the ''combination pill'' is the most commonly prescribed oral contraceptive. It contains a combination of the hormones estrogen and progesterone to prevent ovulation.

Medicines and supplements may interfere with the pill's effectiveness.

These includes:

St. John's wort.
Antibiotic rifampin - used to treat tuberculosis or meningitis.
Certain anti-HIV protease inhibitors.
Certain antifungals - used to treat yeast infections.
Certain anti-seizure medications.

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