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How Effective Is NuvaRing In Preventing Pregnancy?

Hi, so I have been using the birth control pill for almost a year, but I was finding that I would forget to take it and i had very inconsistent periods, etc. I just switched to the NuvaRing 2 months ago, the first time I used it I took it out after 10 days due to severe depression. I went to my doctor and she advised me to try it for 3 months before deciding whether or not it was the reason for my depression. I used the NuvaRing for one month inserting it when my doctor advised and removing it on the correct day. I just had my period and i inserted the second ring yesterday, on the correct day and time. If I have unprotected sex on Sunday (3 days from now) am I fully protected? thanks for your time
Wed, 3 Jun 2020
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Hi,

Nuvaring when started and used for 21 days and removed for a seven day ring free period, is highly effective. You are protected during the ring free period and also when you change the Nuvaring for the next cycle. Hence, do not worry regarding protection.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician
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How Effective Is NuvaRing In Preventing Pregnancy?

Hi, Nuvaring when started and used for 21 days and removed for a seven day ring free period, is highly effective. You are protected during the ring free period and also when you change the Nuvaring for the next cycle. Hence, do not worry regarding protection. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician