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What do you suggest if i'm taking the combined pill ovranette. do you have to take it for the full 21 days to be covered against pregnancy during the 7 day break?
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Full cycle: Birth control pills are only fully effective if they are taken as directed. Any deviation may result in pregnancy.
Answered 4/30/2017
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