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I have period every 3 bc packs. was late on 1st & 13th pill of pack 1/3. still took them the day i was supposed to. how long till i'm protected again?
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Birth control: I recommend using an additional form of birth control for one month. If you are have trouble remembering to take the pill daily, consider other birth control options such as Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone) or Implanon.
Answered 9/28/2016
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