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I've been on the pill for a couple of months and had it at the same time i usually do it was 15 minutes before intercourse would it make a difference
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No: It does not matter when you have sex in relation to when you take your pill. As long as you are taking them at the same time every day you are protected. Hope this helps.
Answered 1/23/2015
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Every day?: You take it every day reliably? You should be fine, no worries.
Answered 1/23/2015
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