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I missed 1 week of my birth control pills. i am starting the new pack tomorrow. how long will it take for the pills to be effective again once started?

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Dr. Ron Eaker answered

Varies: With that scenario I would use some backup protection (condoms etc) for the first month on the new pill pack.

Answered 11/27/2016

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A member asked:

I missed 1 week of my birth control pills. i am starting the new pack tomorrow. how long will it take for the pills to be effective again once started?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ron Eaker answered

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