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How effective of a contraceptive is lo loestrin fe?
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Very effective: very important that it be taken daily. preferably at the same time each day If you forget to take pill for one day, you can take 2 pills on next day to catch up
Answered 5/28/2017
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What dose should i take lo loestrin fe as an emergency contraceptive and should i continue to use them after once daily? will it mess up my period?
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