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How can i switch from the contraceptive pill to the contraceptive injection?

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Easy switch: After talking with your women's health specialist, you can simply get an injectable contraceptive when you finish a pack of oral contraceptives. Some experts would recommend "backup protection" for a month.

Dr Enriquez and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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