Question 1

instead of starting placebo pills for sprintec birth control can i start a new pack instead?

Accepted Answer

Discuss with your OB: You should discuss it with your OB first. When a woman skips the placebo pills the withdrawal bleeding that normally occurs during that time is "skipped" as you continue on birth control. There are some things you should know so talk to your OB/GYN who prescribed the pills first. Good luck.

Question 2

im currently taking sprintec for birth control. can i start a new pill pack during the placebo week of my previous pack?

Accepted Answer

: Starting a new pack at the end of the active pills, but PRIOR to the start of the placebo pills will still provide contraception. If you had already begun the placebos, you may experience some withdrawal bleeding, but protection against pregnancy will still be preserved.

Question 3

i started my birth control can i start my period on second week ? i didn't take the pill on my period i just started off from taking out my nuvaring

Accepted Answer

Some bleeding: Even while taking the pill, is not unusal for the first 3 months after intiation or when changing types of contraception. Hang in there, good luck.

Question 4

what are the side effects involved when taking lindynette 20 birth control pill. i have never taken birth control pills before or contraceptive. 23yrs?

Accepted Answer

You need to ask that: To your health care provider who prescribed it for you, and you should have recived a package insert form the pharmacy with possible side effects, many people have no side effects but there are way too many that u could possible have , some very minor , some not to discuss here so read the insert and call your health care provider - that is part of their job and your job to learn about your med.

Question 5

i need to delay my period, its really important. what can i do? should i take birth control pills? i have access to them. i have never taken birth control pills.

Accepted Answer

Your : Your doctor can recommend a safe birth control period for you to take.  There are now birth control pills that can avoid the period altogether, and this is safe to do.  Please be seen though and have a complete evaluation.  If there is any chance you are pregnant please take a test prior to starting birth control pills.

Question 6

my menstrual cycle been on for almost 3 weeks. is this normal? i am 5'3" 210 pounds, 18 y/o, never taken birth control, have irregular cycles.

Accepted Answer

Irregular periods: Irregular periods are one of the most common problems obgyns treat. If this is one time problem it usually resolves on its own. If this is a recurring problem you should be evaluated. Infections ;  hormonal changes can cause spotting. If there is a concern for pregnancy then do  a home pregnancy test .  There are many options available to help regulate the menstrual cycle. Schedule a visit.

Question 7

is yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) a good birth control to take if i've never taken birth control before?

Accepted Answer

Sure: Yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) works well.

Question 8

took ella (ulipristal acetate) ec n also gave me ortho tri cyclen to take the next day never have taken birth control pills i feel nausea sore breast cramps is it normal?

Accepted Answer

Ella (ulipristal acetate): The most common side effects of Ella (ulipristal acetate) are headache, nausea, and abdominal or stomach pain, dizziness, tired feeling, or menstrual pain. Further the birth control pills can cause the same symptoms. I expect your experiencing normal symptoms. Hope this helps. DrG

Question 9

is birth control effective after the 6th pill has been taken?

Accepted Answer

Birth control: If you are referring to oral contraception or other forms (depo-provera, vaginal rings), then these forms are not likely preventative in such a short time.  Barrier forms such as condoms are the most reliable in this time frame but always recommended even when using other methods.

Question 10

i have taken my birth control about 10 minutes late. should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

No: 10 minutes off from a daily regimented pill should not affect its desired affect.

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Instead of starting placebo pills for sprintec birth control can i start a new pack instead?

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Im currently taking sprintec for birth control. can i start a new pill pack during the placebo week of my previous pack?

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I started my birth control can i start my period on second week ? i didn't take the pill on my period i just started off from taking out my nuvaring

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What are the side effects involved when taking lindynette 20 birth control pill. i have never taken birth control pills before or contraceptive. 23yrs?

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I need to delay my period, its really important. what can i do? should i take birth control pills? i have access to them. i have never taken birth control pills.

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My menstrual cycle been on for almost 3 weeks. is this normal? i am 5'3" 210 pounds, 18 y/o, never taken birth control, have irregular cycles.

A member asked:

Is yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) a good birth control to take if i've never taken birth control before?

A member asked:

Took ella (ulipristal acetate) ec n also gave me ortho tri cyclen to take the next day never have taken birth control pills i feel nausea sore breast cramps is it normal?

A member asked:

Is birth control effective after the 6th pill has been taken?

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I have taken my birth control about 10 minutes late. should i be worried?

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