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What is the failure rate of the ocp pill?

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Dr. Carla Enriquez answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Less than 1 %. : Failure rate with oc is less than 1 %. Usually rated at 0.3% if used appropriately. 8% if used haphazardly.

Dr Villaplana and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/3/2016

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