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How effective is progesterone in pill form at preventing pregnancy?

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Dr. Seth Derman answered

Specializes in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility

Not very: Real Progesterone (as opposed to the artificial Progesterone like drugs found in birth control pills) is not a reliable contraceptive and is often used to help reduce miscarriage risks.

Answered 6/30/2014

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