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A member asked:
I have been off birth control for four months and want to start again how long will it take before its safe to have sex.?
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Soon: Generally, if you start most hormone contraceptives on the first day of your period, you get excellent effectiveness. Full effect with all hormonal contraceptives can be relied on after 1 month.
Answered 12/16/2014
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1 full cycle : We recommend one full pack of pills to be safe. During the first month back on the pill you should use back up contraception such as a condom.
Answered 11/28/2013
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