Healthwise, Healthwise for every health decision, and the Healthwise logo are trademarks of Healthwise, Incorporated. Top of the page. Overview Birth control methods have high rates of effectiveness if they are used consistently.
Combination estrogen plus progestin birth control pills Always read the pill label for specific instructions. Here are some basic guidelines: If you miss one hormone pill, take it as soon as you remember. You may need to use a backup birth control method. If you miss two or more hormone pills, take 1 pill as soon as you remember you forgot them. Then read the pill label or call your doctor about instructions on how to take your missed pills.
Pregnancy is more likely. So use a backup method of birth control for 7 days. Then continue taking the rest of your pills like normal. Use back up birth control or avoid sex until you have taken seven days of hormonal pills in a row. If you had unprotected sex in the last five days, consider using emergency contraception. If pills were missed in the last week of hormonal pills like days 15 to 21 in a day pack , ignore the hormone-free interval by finishing the hormone pills in the current pack and starting a new pack the next day.
Progestin-only pills are very time sensitive. Progestin-only pills work by thickening the cervical mucus, making it difficult for sperm to get through to the uterus. Brant says the general rule of thumb for the combination pill is to consider the 24 to 48 hour safe window. In general, birth control pills are very effective at preventing pregnancy when used correctly. But when you miss a pill or multiple pills , your chances of protection significantly decrease.
Where in your pack you missed a pill can make a difference in pregnancy risk. You should not take the 7 inactive pills. If you missed the pills during the first week and had unprotected sex you should use emergency contraception for maximum protection, in addition to taking today's active birth control pill.
If you missed any inactive non-hormonal pills Discard the missed inactive non-hormonal pill s and then continue as scheduled. Be sure to resume active pills on schedule. There should be no more than 7 consecutive active pill-free days between packs. If you're not sure what to do Continue to take your pill Use an additional method of contraception, such as condoms Get advice as soon as possible Additional Pill Information The inconsistent or incorrect use of pills is a major reason for unintended pregnancy.
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