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Missed 1 birth control pill in 1st week of pack. is back up method needed?
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Would be a good idea: A back up method is always a good idea if you have not been 100% compliant with the pill. Even with 100% compliance the pill is not 100% effective in preventing pregnancy.
Answered 8/28/2015
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