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I took my birth control pill while eating , will it be less effective ? will i poop it out ?

Q: i took my birth control pill while eating , will it be less effective ? will i poop it out ?

: No, it will be absorbed in the small intestine.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

No, it will be absorbed in the small intestine.

Dr Singh and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/28/2021

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A member asked:

I took my birth control pill while eating , will it be less effective ? will i poop it out ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hiep Le answered

Dr Singh and another doctor agreed

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