Can I Skip One Birth Control Pill As I Am Bleeding Heavily ?
Hi, im 24 years old i been on birth control for a long time and take it everyday but i have one more pill before i start a new pack but im really bleeding hevy can i skip it and go straight to a new pack?
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Yes, you can skip the last tablet of previous pack and start with your new packet to decrease the bleeding. The last seven pills in the pack are usually iron based pills to maintain your haemoglobin levels while you bleed during your periods.
Dr. Rakhi Tayal
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Can I Skip One Birth Control Pill As I Am Bleeding Heavily ?
Hello. Welcome to HealthcareMagic forum. Yes, you can skip the last tablet of previous pack and start with your new packet to decrease the bleeding. The last seven pills in the pack are usually iron based pills to maintain your haemoglobin levels while you bleed during your periods. Dr. Rakhi Tayal