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How long should i be taken the pill before i'm safe?
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7 days: If you are referring to how long after starting the pill until you can rely on it solely for contraception, the answer is 7 days. For the first 7 days after starting an oral contraceptive, you should use a back up method of birth control as well.
Answered 10/4/2016
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