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How soon will i be covered from pregnancy if i started femme 120/100 on the first day of my period i've had my periods for 8 days now on active pills?

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Dr. Andrew Silverman answered

Effectivness of BCPs: The rule of thumb is that the first month of taking BCP's you should use a back up contraceptive such as foam and condoms. The second month you should be covered.

Dr Villaplana and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/15/2014

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A member asked:

How soon will i be covered from pregnancy if i started femme 120/100 on the first day of my period i've had my periods for 8 days now on active pills?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Andrew Silverman answered

Dr Villaplana and 2 doctors agreed

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