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My mom put me on a generic form of Loestrin birth control, will it still be as effective in preventing pregnancy? And this pack of pill don't have the sugar pills, so I'm not supposed to take them for one week, when I start taking them again, will I have to wait another week before they become effective?
Dear Kristen,
You can read the instructions for the birth control pill. The instructions should probably be in the box.
Yes, generic should be the same as Loestrin. About your waiting before they become effective, actually, you can become pregnant anytime on the pill. No pill or birth control method is 100% safe in preventing pregnancy so it's always a possibility. Do you really need to be on the birth control pill at this time of your life. I have been doing research and there are many side effects and risks involved. Please reconsider.
You can email me at CHERYL51@aol.com and we can talk anytime.
Sincerely,
Diane Cheryl
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Answers by Expert:
Diane Cheryl
Expertise
I can answer questions about the various methods of birth control. I can answer questions like "What would be the best method of birth control for me?" and other problems and concerns. I have researched side effects and risks of various methods of birth control. I have almost 23 years of experience working with various pregnancy resource centers. Please contact me at CHERYL51@aol.com if you would like to know more information about your situation or if I am "Maxed OUT".
Experience
I have almost 23 years of experience in counseling women about birth control and family planning.
Education/Credentials
Illinois Valley Community College, Austin Community College, Travel Agent Degree and almost 23 years of counseling experience.
I have worked with Pregnancy Resource Centers for almost 23 years.
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