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Understanding the Risks: Can I Take 5 Birth Control Pills at Once?

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In the United States, 14% of women aged 15–49 use oral contraceptive pills, making it one of the most common forms of birth control [1.6.1]. This prevalence leads to questions about their use and misuse, including: **Can I take 5 birth control pills at once?** While not typically life-threatening, doing so is unsafe and carries significant risks.