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On 7th pack of bcp.take everyday within hour of same time periods not synced with placebo wk.usually start within 3rd wk active pil.should see doctor?

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Dr. Jeffrey Levine answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

May need change BCP: See your clinician - May need to change BCP progestin type. May also consider Nuvaring.

Answered 7/10/2015

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