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About 3 days i took birth control late one day 6 hrs late second day 15 minutes late and third day3 hrs late is birth control still effective?
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Probably yes: The effectiveness of pills depends on consistent and correct use--which is usually defined as btwn 1-2 hrs early and 1-2 hrs late. Even with a missed d, the pill is likely effective, but if the pill was at the beginning of a pack or the last hormonal pill before the sugar pills/placebos, it might make more difference. To be sure, use back-up (condoms) for 7 d. Try setting the alarm on your cell.
Answered 1/21/2013
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