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Which birth control pill is the best? which do you have to take least often?

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There is no best: All pill forms of birth control have to be taken daily. The depo shot is given once every three months and the patch is placed on each week.

Answered 6/3/2017

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A member asked:

Which birth control pill is the best? which do you have to take least often?

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Dr. Ron Eaker answered

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