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I'm planning to start birth control. can i take my first pill the day my period starts or should i wait until its over?

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Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

Anytime within 5days: You can start anytime within 5 days of the beginning of your period including the day it starts.

Answered 8/29/2016

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A member asked:

I'm planning to start birth control. can i take my first pill the day my period starts or should i wait until its over?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

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