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I lost my second to last active birth control pill. i have one active pill left (for today). am i still protected for this month?

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Dr. Ashu Syal answered

Yes: You took it all mnth except one day. So yes you are covered.

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I lost my second to last active birth control pill. i have one active pill left (for today). am i still protected for this month?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ashu Syal answered

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