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Posted on: 10/01/2007
Question
If considering getting an IUD, but currently on birth control pills, how long (if at all) must someone stop taking them before getting an IUD inserted?
Answer
You can ask when you make the appointment, but I do not think you have to stop at all - there can be overlap so that you are protected from pregnancy.