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Can i start a new pack of birth control before i finish my sugar pills to stop my period early?

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Dr. Audrey Prefer answered

YES: It's always ok to start new pack earlier, never ok to do so later. Can start new pack as soon as period starts, only downside, you'll need more packs/year. Good Luck

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/5/2016

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A member asked:

Can i start a new pack of birth control before i finish my sugar pills to stop my period early?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Audrey Prefer answered

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

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