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If i take loestrin 1/20 for 11 days perfectly and i have intercourse on that day, will i need a condom? pamphlet says backup needed for 7 days

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Dr. William Jurewitz answered

No: You should be protected by day 11.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 4/19/2014

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