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A member asked:

Should i complete my last pack of pills before ttc or can i stop taking them mid-pack? i currently take the progesterone only pill.

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Finish the pack: Finish the pack, then you can try and make sure you are taking either a prenatal or multivitamin along with an extra Folic Acid pill.

Dr Namey and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 12/16/2014

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