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How well does birthcontrol reclipsen work?

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Dr. Stephen Richards answered

Specializes in Obstetrics & Gynecology

Oral contraception: Reclipsen is one of many birth control pills. Most pills prevent ovulation (egg release) as there main mechanism of action.

Answered 5/12/2013

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