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Can visanne be used as birth control?

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Dr. Jeffrey Juchau answered

No: the package insert states: "Although ovulation is inhibited in the majority of patients during treatment with VISANNE, it is not intended for use as a contraceptive."

Dr Grin agreed

Answered 12/5/2018

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