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Missed pill tri sprintec on day4of wk1 in pack took missed pill as directed + one 7d later tk as if 1 was missed .been onbc 8mo was i protected? preg?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Not likely: Missing one pill is not a great idea but should not significantly decrease the effectiveness of the pills.

Dr Petruska agreed

Answered 2/12/2014

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