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When Is The Correct Time To Start On Birth Control Pills
Hi, I have been on birth control for several months but last month there was a miscommunication between my doctor and my pharmacy and it took a month for me to get my new pack. So I have been off birth control for a month... Now I am wondering when I should start my new pack? Do I wait till after my next period? Or can I start right away. Thanks, Caitrin
Fri, 28 Nov 2014
Hello Caitrin,
I can understand your concern. The correct way to start your new pack would be to wait for your next period and begin on the 5th day of your period. But till then you have to use other form of contraception like condoms if you indulge in intercourse.
Starting it now will mess up your hormones. So wait till your period and then start.
Hope this helps.
Take care.
I can understand your concern. The correct way to start your new pack would be to wait for your next period and begin on the 5th day of your period. But till then you have to use other form of contraception like condoms if you indulge in intercourse.
Starting it now will mess up your hormones. So wait till your period and then start.
Hope this helps.
Take care.
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