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If i take yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) 10 hours later than the usual time i take it, it still safe? thanks

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: As long as you take them once per day the effectiveness is unchanged.

Dr Hodge agreed

Answered 8/30/2015

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Dr. Charles Turck answered

Specializes in Pharmacology

Yes: Take it as soon as you can or you can take two pills (just once) the next scheduled time for the pill to be taken.

Answered 9/17/2015

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