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How long does it take for birth control to work before you can go without condoms?
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1 cycle: Ideally, you should use 2 types of birth control for the first cycle.
Answered 10/3/2012
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Depends: Many suggest you have a 2nd BC until your body gets used to the pill, or about a month.Some pill makers say their product is effective after 2 wks. I like to err on the side of caution.
Answered 12/8/2017
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