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A member asked:

Difference in levonorgestrel 150 mcg and desogestrel 150 mcg in birth control pills?

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Dr. Raj Syal answered

Not much: These are 2 different types of Progesterone used in the pills. Both have are safe and have been used for many years.

Dr Livingston agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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