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Effects of taking only 1 birth control pill after intercourse

By Anonymous July 13, 2017 - 1:33am
 
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My girlfriend and I had unprotected sex and the next day she took a pill of Yasmin, she decided not to continue taking the rest. What are the effects of stopping after 1 pill? and will it protect against pregnancy?

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Hello Anonymous,

Welcome to EmpowHER.

Birth control pills protect by preventing ovulation. But, a woman only gets that protection by taking an active pill every day.

Your girlfriend got no protection by taking one birth control pill after having intercourse.

Regards,
Maryann

July 13, 2017 - 9:41am
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