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I switched birth controls mid pack. started the new pack in the middle where i left off the other brand. now experience spotting. am i still protected?
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?: Hard to answer because different birth control pills contain different amounts of hormones. Please consult the physician who prescribed the bc pills as he/she knows best.
Answered 10/23/2017
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Likely: Though different birth control pills may have different hormonal make. It is likely that the previous pack prevented ovulation during the switch.
Answered 12/16/2013
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