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A member asked:

It's my 8th day taking tri ortho lo (@ 8am). should i use other forms of protection (condoms)? or is it safe enough?

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No: Some birth control can take up to 3 months to take full effect. 8 dys is not nearly enough to have sex without a condom safely. Always remember no form of birth control is 100% effective, there is always a chance of getting pregnant only less of a chance with birth control methods.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 8/7/2013

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