Safe window...

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Registered: 05-29-2006
Safe window...
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Wed, 10-18-2006 - 4:47pm
I'm considering starting on a progestin-only pill (probably Micronor). If I start it on the first day of my period, how long do I have to wait until I am protected from pregnancy? Thanks!
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Registered: 03-19-2003
Thu, 10-19-2006 - 7:09am

Technically, because it's a progestin-only pill, you're protected after 48 hours.

Judie Cl for Birth Control 
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Registered: 05-29-2006
Thu, 10-19-2006 - 8:02am

Thanks... I have one more question. The pills I will be taking are leftover from before (they are not outdated). My question though is my family and I moved over the summer and I believe the pills could have been in the hot moving truck for a day or so. Are they still safe to take? Thanks a lot.

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Registered: 12-30-2003
Thu, 10-19-2006 - 10:33am

>>my family and I moved over the summer and I believe the pills could have been in the hot moving truck for a day or so. Are they still safe to take?<<


      Jill