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New birth control

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Hi! I just started a new brand of birth control last night after being on the placebo pills for a week. I was wondering if I would still be protected?
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Re: New birth control

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***It is also the first pill of the pack that I started last night. Am I still protected!!?
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Re: New birth control

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Hi summergirlxo,

Since there was no gap (other than your placebo week) it's unlikely that you experienced a decrease in protection. However, if you're concerned you can call a pharmacist or your healthcare provider and ask their opinion. If you want to keep your chances of pregnancy as low as possible, you'll want to backup the pill with a barrier method like a condom.
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Re: New birth control

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do you think i should take a plan b pill?
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Re: New birth control

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It's unlikely to be necessary. You would still have been protected during your placebo pills, and since there was no other gap in starting the new pack you probably still have a high level of protection. However, it's up to you whether taking plan b feels like the right choice for you.
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Re: New birth control

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okay thank you! I get very nervous lol
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