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I'm taking sprintec birth control. how long does it take for the pill to dissolve?

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Dr. Steven Weissberg answered

5 minutes: 5 minutes once you swallow it, but I have no idea why you would ask such a question. Waiting 5 minutes and having sex after taking one pill will not protect you.

Answered 4/15/2015

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A member asked:

I'm taking sprintec birth control. how long does it take for the pill to dissolve?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Steven Weissberg answered

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