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Was taking ortho tri cyclen (ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate) in march, got period at normal time. then started taking amethia after period. am i immediately protected from pregnancy?

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Dr. Cynthia Frazier answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Yes: You should be protected from pregnancy when you change pills as long as you do not have more than 7 days of placebo or more than 7 days off active pills between them.

Answered 4/16/2016

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A member asked:

Was taking ortho tri cyclen (ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate) in march, got period at normal time. then started taking amethia after period. am i immediately protected from pregnancy?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Cynthia Frazier answered

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