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My gf missed her bc last night for the first time in over a year but took it when she woke up early this morning. are we still ok for unprotected sex?

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Dr. Claudette Anderson answered

Yes: Missing one and taking it as soon as she remembers should be fine

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/22/2016

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Dr. Andrea Brand answered

No: Oral contraceptives need to be taken at 24 hour intervals to be most effective. Unprotected sex has the potential to expose you to sexually transmitted diseases.

Dr Lewis agreed

Answered 8/19/2014

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A member asked:

My gf missed her bc last night for the first time in over a year but took it when she woke up early this morning. are we still ok for unprotected sex?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Claudette Anderson answered

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Dr. Andrea Brand answered

Dr Lewis agreed

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