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What is the probability of getting pregnant while taking birth control pills?

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0 % up to 100%: If the oral contraceptive pills are taken every day about the same time each day, then the risk of pregnancy is less than 1%, however, if the pills are taken sporadically, pregnancy is possible to 100%. Anecdotally, the pill is 100% effective if held between your knees at all times.(abstinence).

Answered 7/7/2016

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