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13th day into first pack of birth control and took 1 hour later than the last 12 days, will that affect the effectiveness since i just started?

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Dr. Parul Krishnamurthy answered

Specializes in Obstetrics & Gynecology

No: well done, on being so systematic with taking your birth control pills.

Dr Hodge and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

13th day into first pack of birth control and took 1 hour later than the last 12 days, will that affect the effectiveness since i just started?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Parul Krishnamurthy answered

Dr Hodge and 2 doctors agreed

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