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A member asked:

I took my pill at 9pm,at9:30ish i threw up due to alcohol. could that be a missed pill? the next day i took 2 just in case? am i gonna be ok? sprintec

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Missed contraceptive: If you have only missed one oral contraceptive over the month - that usually will not significantly impact effectiveness. However, drinking alcohol to the point of vomiting is of concern. Take care.

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/16/2015

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