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Two hours late on taking combination bc pill alysena 28, 1st week of new pack. am i still protected? is there a risk of pregnancy?

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Dr. Christopher Mcgraw answered

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Should be protected: Just a few hours late taking your BC should not cause any problems or affect you protection.

Answered 2/4/2020

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A member asked:

Two hours late on taking combination bc pill alysena 28, 1st week of new pack. am i still protected? is there a risk of pregnancy?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Christopher Mcgraw answered

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