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I switched birth controls mid pack. started the new pack in the middle where i left off the other brand. now experience spotting. am i still protected?

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Dr. Warren Wolfe answered

?: Hard to answer because different birth control pills contain different amounts of hormones. Please consult the physician who prescribed the bc pills as he/she knows best.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 10/23/2017

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Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Likely: Though different birth control pills may have different hormonal make. It is likely that the previous pack prevented ovulation during the switch.

Answered 12/16/2013

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A member asked:

I switched birth controls mid pack. started the new pack in the middle where i left off the other brand. now experience spotting. am i still protected?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Warren Wolfe answered

Dr Chuu agreed

Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

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