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A member asked:

Can i start taking levlen (ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel) before my period finishes?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Yes: Most people start the pill the sunday after your period starts. You can take the pill prior to completing your period.

Dr Villaplana and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/16/2014

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Started taking Levlen (ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel) about a month ago on 1st day of period but did not start in red section and did not take in order. Will it still be effective?

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Can you tell me is levlen (ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel) effective immediately if taken at start of period?

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What is the difference between Levlen and Levora (ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel) BC pill..which one is effective to stop period??

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What is the difference between Levlen and Levora (ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel) BC pill..which one is effective to stop period??? what problems can it cause??

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I am taking Levlen (ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel) ED and I still have a week and a half until my period is due to start but I am starting to have some spotting.

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