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Just started birth control. when will it be effective in preventing pregnancy? and what time frame do i have to the the pills daily? how effective
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Within 7 days : you can use your birth control without a back up method within 7 days of starting your contraceptive pills. The best time to take your pill is the time you will be consistent with: if you're a morning person then morning is best, and so on. Good luck!
Answered 10/4/2016
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