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A member asked:

Since the time moved forward an hour i took my birth control at 7:40am but i usually take it at 6:30am, is that okay or should i be worried.

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It is fine.: There are no worries. Just remember to take your pills around the same time going forward.

Dr Earle and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/13/2015

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