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Does Effectiveness Of Medication Remain While Switching From Mini Pills To Regular Pills?

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Posted on Wed, 16 Dec 2015
Question: How protected am I when switching from the XXXXXXX pill to the regular pill? I had sex four days after being on the pill. Can I be pregnant
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Answered by Dr. Soumya (16 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
You are safe

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thanks for your query.

I have read you query and I understand your concerns about pill change.

Following is my reply:

1) There is no reason to worry as change over is not going to affect contraceptive benefit.

2) You will be protected and there is no increased risk of pregnancy with this pill change over.

I hope I answered you query and addressed your concerns.

Let me know if you wish to ask any further questions. I will be glad to help you.

Regards,
Dr. Soumya
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Soumya (17 minutes later)
Even if the pamphlet says to be on it for seven days before having intercourse? It's still okay?
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Answered by Dr. Soumya (3 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Yes

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

It is OK.

These pills will take care of pregnancy.

I don't see any possibility of pregnancy.

Regards
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Does Effectiveness Of Medication Remain While Switching From Mini Pills To Regular Pills?

Brief Answer: You are safe Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for your query. I have read you query and I understand your concerns about pill change. Following is my reply: 1) There is no reason to worry as change over is not going to affect contraceptive benefit. 2) You will be protected and there is no increased risk of pregnancy with this pill change over. I hope I answered you query and addressed your concerns. Let me know if you wish to ask any further questions. I will be glad to help you. Regards, Dr. Soumya