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I've been taking ortho tri cyclen (ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate) lo for 4-5mos and i ran out yesterday and realized i didn't have any left 2day, what shld i do when i get them 2morrow?

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Contraception: Take 2 pills tomorrow, and use an alternate method of contraception for the next one month, if you do not desire a pregnancy. Celibacy for a month is another option.

Answered 3/13/2015

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Dr. Michael Turner answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Depends on . . .: Depends on where you are in your cycle. If you missed only one pill, restart birth control pills asap and continue taking daily. No additional contraceptive protection is needed. If you missed two or more active hormonal pills, take two active pills as soon as possible and then continue taking pills daily. Use backup protection for a month. Pregnancy can result by inconsistent use of pills.

Answered 11/24/2013

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