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How long does the birth control pill take to be effective? 3rd cycle?
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Probably immediately: The pill is probably effective immediately...But i would recommend you use barrier contraception (condoms) until you finish the first three weeks of your starting pack just to be safe.
Answered 9/28/2016
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