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Is sprintec effective if you miss two pills in the same week (but not in a row)?

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Dr. William Haehl answered

No: Missing pills can really decrease the effectiveness of pill. Make up the doses and continue the pack but use another means of birth control during this month of pills.

Answered 1/8/2016

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A member asked:

Is sprintec effective if you miss two pills in the same week (but not in a row)?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. William Haehl answered

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