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Started birth control for the first time (lo loestrin fe 1-10). how long will this take to work and can i still get pregnant if my by cums inside me? anyone know how to use to prevent?

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Typical advice is to continue using barrier contraception (condoms) for 2 weeks after starting the pill to avoid unwanted pregnancy. If you want to be extra safe, wait for a full cycle before relying solely on the pill.

Dr Davantzis agreed

Answered 3/10/2022

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Let a full cycle (one month )of the BC pills kick in to be safe. In the meantime continue other means of BC

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I am 36 and been on Lo Loestrin fe for a few years. I weigh 195 and was wondering how save is this pill to prevent pregnancy? I take it each night on time at 7?

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Im on lo loestrin Fe (a low dose combination pill) and I had sex without a condom. Im on the 3rd or 4th pack of the birth control pill. Am I safe from pregnancy?

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