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How long does it take for a birth control pill to be effective?
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Effectiveness of BCP: It takes about 2 weeks for a bcp to be effective if you've started soon after your menses. Nevertheless, i advise my patients to use condoms the first month, and to rely on the bcp the second months.
Answered 7/30/2014
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