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I just opened a pack of birth control pills with no expiration date. how long is too long? what is a good length of time to throw away birth control?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Pharmacist: I would bring the pack to your pharmacist and he or she can advise you properly.

Dr Mendizabal agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

I just opened a pack of birth control pills with no expiration date. how long is too long? what is a good length of time to throw away birth control?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Mendizabal agreed

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