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I take bc pills at 6am (10 min before or after sometimes) but sometimes i take it at 4am (saturdays) is my pill still completely effective?

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Dr. Jacob Petrosky answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Consistent usage: It sounds as though you are taking your oral contraceptive pill (OCP) as directed. Your OCP will be maximally effective on your current regimen, however no contraceptive is 100%. There is still a 1/1000% chance that you can become pregnant following unprotected vaginal intercourse.

Answered 9/4/2016

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