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I accidentally left a pack of birth control pills in my car in the heat for about 45 min to an hour. are they still effective? are they bad now?

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Dr. Scott Keith answered

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Seems ok, but call.: There is probably no issue. To be sure, call your pharmacy.

Answered 10/29/2017

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A member asked:

I accidentally left a pack of birth control pills in my car in the heat for about 45 min to an hour. are they still effective? are they bad now?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Scott Keith answered

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