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I took my birth control pill late 2 days ago, can i have unprotected sex?

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No: Obviously 'unprotected sex' at any time is never a good idea if pregnancy is not the objective.

Answered 9/2/2013

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As long as you are t: As long as you are taking it is directed daily, you can have unprotected sex.

Answered 9/28/2016

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I have taken my birth control everyday except Wednesday, Thursday after unprotected sex I took two pills. Am I proceed or should I take plan b?

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I take birth control, I missed a day which I took 2 pills at once. The next day I was 12 hrs late taking it. And I had unprotected sex. Should I worry?

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