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What does "discard placebo tabs" mean on my bc prescription? taking sprintec 28

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Sugar pills: Placebo pills are sugar pills used as placeholders. They help you stay on track by taking a pill every day until the next month starts. If you can keep track of your days then you can discard them.

Answered 1/9/2017

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