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I was on a break from birth control (marvelon21day) for 4 months. i have started a new pack this month how long before i can be sure it is effective n does the break have any effect on the performance of the pill?

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Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

1 month: Overlap 1 month by using 2 forms of birth control just to be safe. The break should not impede performance.

Answered 9/26/2012

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A member asked:

I was on a break from birth control (marvelon21day) for 4 months. i have started a new pack this month how long before i can be sure it is effective n does the break have any effect on the performance of the pill?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

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