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The mini pill has to be taken at the same time daily. is there any leverage? i take mine at most half an hour earlier or later daily.

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Dr. Ralph Boling answered

The 1/2 hour time: change will not affect the pill dosing in any significant way. Continue as you taking the pill, each day, as close to same time as possible

Answered 4/9/2020

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A member asked:

The mini pill has to be taken at the same time daily. is there any leverage? i take mine at most half an hour earlier or later daily.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ralph Boling answered

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