A member asked:

I'm on sprintec. i missed the 1st two pills. and was 12 hours late taking one in the second week. i've been very active with my boyfriend. chances?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Use Plan B : If you have missed one pill you simply take two the next day. If you missed two pills in a row you should take Plan B if intercourse was within 72 hours. Continue taking your pill and use condoms until your next period. Take a pregnancy test 10 days after unprotected sex. Consider an easier birth control method like an iud for the future.

Dr Higginbotham agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I'm on sprintec. i missed the 1st two pills. and was 12 hours late taking one in the second week. i've been very active with my boyfriend. chances?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Dr Higginbotham agreed

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