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Popping out a birth control pill this morning, i punctured a later pill with my nail. the pill is fine but will the air exposure change effectiveness?
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No: Puncture to the pill pouch will not change its effectiveness. Do take your pills regularly, preferably at the same time every day. For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. Practice safe sex, if you have sex. Get HPV vaccine.
Answered 5/7/2017
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Pill will be fine: Pill will be fine. Air exposure will not change effectiveness.
Answered 5/7/2017
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