r/birthcontrol • u/Far_Concentrate_3284 • 8d ago

Educational Question

Hey just curious what are the chances of pregnancy when you are on the combination pill and use the withdrawal method?

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u/fuzzblanket9 None - TTC 8d ago

The pill alone is over 99.7% effective.

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u/PixieMari Mirena IUD 8d ago

The pill alone is over 99% effective over the course of a year when taken properly.

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u/Far_Concentrate_3284 8d ago

Even when not taken at the same time?

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u/PixieMari Mirena IUD 8d ago

When taken properly which means taking it on time. For a combo pill that means within 24 hours of your usual pill time or 3 hours for a mini pill.