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Can i skip 3rd week of bc and go to placebo? then go back to the 3rd week so i have 4 weeks of bc in next pack. i have missed 2 days of pills so far.

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Dr. Carrie Cannon answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

No.: Not a good idea. Take next two pills today and continue your 3rd week is best. Use condoms for the next 7 days or abstain from sexual activity.

Answered 9/9/2014

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A member asked:

Can i skip 3rd week of bc and go to placebo? then go back to the 3rd week so i have 4 weeks of bc in next pack. i have missed 2 days of pills so far.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Carrie Cannon answered

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