How long after you start the "mini pill" do you have to use back- up birth control?

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How long after you start the "mini pill" do you have to use back- up birth control?

2007-08-09 07:04:15 · 2 answers · asked by georgia gurl 2 in Health ➔ Women's Health

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According to Planned Parenthood's Web site, you should use a back-up birth control method for 48 hours when you start the mini-pill. Then you're good to go. Be sure and take it within a 3-hour window each day.

2007-08-09 07:18:52 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋

for at least one full pack it takes at least a month for the hormones to build up. but you should always use condoms with any pill becAUSE OF STDS

2007-08-09 14:21:52 · answer #2 · answered by kleighs mommy 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋