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Does the birth control pill prevent the ec pill from working if it is taken at the same time or same day?
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No but: There is no need to take emergency contraception if you are already on birth control pill. It will not interfere but it is not necessary.
Answered 10/15/2014
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No: If you mean the pill to prevent conception,the answer is no.If would reinforce the effect.
Answered 10/15/2014
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