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I just remembered to take my birth control and i'm 5 hours late taking it. should i take it as soon as possible or take two tomorrow?

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Dr. Randy Baker answered

Specializes in Holistic Medicine

Take now: Taking it 5 (or 6) hours late is better than 24 hours late. This should not affect effectiveness. See http://www.Fitsugar.Com/what-do-when-you-miss-taking-birth-control-pill-18453590 for details.

Dr Alves and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I just remembered to take my birth control and i'm 5 hours late taking it. should i take it as soon as possible or take two tomorrow?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Randy Baker answered

Dr Alves and another doctor agreed

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