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How is a low dose (10mcg) just as effective as a higher does (20 or 35)? Does that mean a 5mcg (if they had it) would also be as effective??

Mariah • Wed, Jan 06

I don’t understand how such a low does birth control can be just as effective at preventing pregnancy as a higher dose. Please explain 🙂

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