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A member asked:

I take generess fe for my birth control is it still ok if i don't take it at the same hour everyday but within a few hours of regular time?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes but : That's fine but it may increase the chance of irregular bleeding and spotting at unscheduled times. Just make sure you take it daily.

Dr Newman agreed

Answered 3/26/2013

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