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A member asked:
I've had mixed reactions regarding the effectiveness of the birth control pill in the first month. is a secondary method of contraception absolutely required if i am on say, day fourteen of my first pack of pills? or can i place reliance on the pills alon
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Read pkg insert: There are different strengths of bcp's and so advice on this issue varies. Read the package insert you were given for your brand or look it up and follow the manufacturer's recommendations. If, still in doubt, use protection for all of the first months. After all, you don't want to get pregnant!
Answered 10/22/2015
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