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Been on birth control over a year. starting new pack today after placebo week. protected?

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Dr. James Rochester answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: usually protected after you have been on it for about 2-3 weeks. Protected from unwanted pregnancy but not from STI (sexually transmitted infections). So be sure to ALWAYS use a condom.

Answered 11/30/2015

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