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I lost my packet of birth control pills. i had about 4 active days left until the sugar pills. what should i do?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Start the next cycle: Start the next cycle as usual. Meanwhile, use an alternative form of birth control.
Answered 11/25/2012
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