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How many hours one can vary from taking yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) (usual time 9pm) and still be protected against pregnant and not using condoms?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Once a day: As long as you take your pill once day you are protected. Being several hours late will increase the chance of irregular bleeding.

Answered 10/29/2013

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