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A member asked:

Can you tell me if on birth control, is it necessary to take plan b?

7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Dale Kristle answered

Specializes in Gynecology

No: birth control (pills) is adequate contraception if taken correctly

Dr Fowler and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 9/19/2017

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Agree wi Dr. Kristie: If you have been consistently taking your oral contraceptive (I am assuming that is what you are referring to) for an adequate period of time - then taking Plan B is not necessary.

Dr Gabor agreed

Answered 9/19/2017

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