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Hello. i got prescribed a vaginal ring as a contraceptive method. it is called nuvaring. i started using it yesterday on the 2nd day of my cycle. i wasn't using a hormonal contraceptive before. how long should i wait before having unprotected sex ?

Q: hello. i got prescribed a vaginal ring as a contraceptive method. it is called nuvaring. i started using it yesterday on the 2nd day of my cycle. i wasn't using a hormonal contraceptive before. how long should i wait before having unprotected sex ?

: During the first month of use of the Nuva ring, use a supplemental condom in conjunction with it until the first period for extra protection from an unintended pregnancy.

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During the first month of use of the Nuva ring, use a supplemental condom in conjunction with it until the first period for extra protection from an unintended pregnancy.

Answered 5/7/2022

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A member asked:

Hello. i got prescribed a vaginal ring as a contraceptive method. it is called nuvaring. i started using it yesterday on the 2nd day of my cycle. i wasn't using a hormonal contraceptive before. how long should i wait before having unprotected sex ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

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