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A member asked:
Been on ortho-novem 777 birth control for 3 months. doc is switching me to yaz and i am supposed to start today. do i need to use backup protection?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
No: You have no break in your pill taking, so the new pill should protect you straightaway. Wondering why the switch to Yaz? Studies have indicated higher risk of thrombotic (deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism) side effects with Yaz. Hopefully, you concur with the switch.
Answered 11/28/2017
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Once your start,no: Once your period from the Ortho pill comes you can start the Yaz without contraceptive backup as long as you start the new pill as directed.
Answered 2/26/2017
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