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How to switch birth control that keeps me protected? does switching birth control after the 7 days rest on pill also keeps me protected right away against pregnancy even if they have different or same ingredients and dosage?

Q: how to switch birth control that keeps me protected? does switching birth control after the 7 days rest on pill also keeps me protected right away against pregnancy even if they have different or same ingredients and dosage?

: If the "new" bcp is an approved commercial brand, starting a new pack after seven days of placebos will afford the same degree of protection as continuing your old brand.

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Dr. John Berryman answered

If the "new" bcp is an approved commercial brand, starting a new pack after seven days of placebos will afford the same degree of protection as continuing your old brand.

Answered 6/27/2022

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A member asked:

How to switch birth control that keeps me protected? does switching birth control after the 7 days rest on pill also keeps me protected right away against pregnancy even if they have different or same ingredients and dosage?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Berryman answered

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