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I am on a 7 day break for my pill and now have a menstruation. is it ok if i take the next pill a bit late from my usual schedule after the 7day break?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Not ok: In order for birth control to be effective they need to be taken exactly as directed ---one pill daily. After the 7 days break you restart the next pack regardless of if you are bleeding or not.

Dr Russo and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/22/2014

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A member asked:

I am on a 7 day break for my pill and now have a menstruation. is it ok if i take the next pill a bit late from my usual schedule after the 7day break?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Dr Russo and another doctor agreed

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