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A member asked:
I only have 4 placebo pills so if i start a new pack to skip my period i would have to start the new pack on wednesday but it's a sunday start pack..
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Skip 1 week: To stay on track you can just skip the last week of the pack. It is also fine just to skip the 4 pills but then you will be starting your pills midweek. This is no problem as long as you ignore the days at the top of the package and don't get confused about taking them every day.
Answered 8/13/2014
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Yes: That is true - just means you ignore the days on the pack. If it helps you remember you can write in the correct days, starting with Wednesday.
Answered 8/13/2014
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