Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Missed Taking Oral Contraceptive Pill. Can I Take It Next Day?
Hi, i missed my oral contraceptive, althea pills last night and left the meds at work. I come back to to work tonight, same time of my next schedule for a pill. So basically i missed a day's dose, i remembered if i can still drink the pill at an earlier time and follow the original schedule, its still ok, but i cant drink it earlier since im at home . Whats my next option?
Thu, 25 Apr 2013
Hello
Studies say that if you miss ONLY a single dose, you have to take two pills a the next scheduled time. But missing the dose more than once compromises the efficacy of the pills.
I would advise you to take two pills today at the scheduled time. But if you have missed the pills more than once, i would you to use some other method of contraception like condoms for this month while continuing the pills.
Take care
Studies say that if you miss ONLY a single dose, you have to take two pills a the next scheduled time. But missing the dose more than once compromises the efficacy of the pills.
I would advise you to take two pills today at the scheduled time. But if you have missed the pills more than once, i would you to use some other method of contraception like condoms for this month while continuing the pills.
Take care
I find this answer helpful
Note: Revert back with your gynae reports to get a clear medical analysis by our expert Gynecologic Oncologist. Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Combined oral contraceptive pill
Loading Online Doctors....