Can you take anti anxiety medicine with birth control?

Question

I know, ask my doctor, I will! But in your experiences, is it ok? I am set to start Birth Control pills next month, Yazmin or Yaz and Anti Anxiety meds at the same time, either Lexapro or Cymbalta (dr said to try one of thos, so I am still researching to see which one I want. I had Effexor but was too afraid to take it, so switching at next appointment.

Any input would be great!

Also do you prefer yazmin or yaz? differences?

Lexapro or Cymbalta? differences?

Answer 1

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Answer 2

Yep, you can take either BC pill with either anti anxiety med and be fine.  Without trying it's hard to say whether Lexapro or Cymbalta will be better for you.  I'd try some that have generics on the market first (paxil or celexa) to see if you could get off cheaper.

Answer 3

I'm on birth control and a colorful assortment of psychotropic drugs. Never had a problem. BTW, I like the yaz b/c I stopped having periods and wasn't so moody as on the others.