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Is it ok to take combined birth control pill even w/o a doctors prescription? i take it everyday the same time & didnt even go to a doctor to have prescription. will the pill be effective for me? i dont feel any side effects of the pill?

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Some people are at increased risk of a clotting disorder that can result in death when they take BC Pills. A proper evaluation including a family and personal history followed by tests when needed identifies those at risk. If you are okay with taking chances it is your life. Would I recommend it ? Absolutely not.

Dr Machanic agreed

Answered 5/11/2021

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