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I had a depo-provera shot around nov 25th and i plan to go back on birth control pills. when would i start my birth control pills?

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Dr. Mary David answered

Any time: You can start pills any time before your next shot is due.

Answered 1/9/2015

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A member asked:

I had a depo-provera shot around nov 25th and i plan to go back on birth control pills. when would i start my birth control pills?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mary David answered

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