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Is it ok to take birth control on an empty stomach?.. how does it affects the efficacy of the pill?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: You can do that. It makes no difference.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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