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Can you tell me when does tri-sprintec actually become effective?

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One month: It takes the first cycle (Or pack of pills) for any birth control pill to become fully effective. Use condoms for the first pill pack.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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