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A member asked:
Stopped taking bc for two weeks.started on same pack again. 1 week of green pills. then i took the 1 wk of sugar pills(brown). haven't got my period?
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Pregnant?: The pill works when taken consistently. If you stop and start it, there isn't enough medicine to prevent ovulation and you run the risk of pregnancy. If you have 1-2 negative pregnancy tests, consider just waiting until a natural period and restart, if desired. If still no menses, see your gyn. Good luck.
Answered 8/19/2013
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Restart pill pack: You need to get your cycle back on track. Use a back up for birth control, such as condoms. Get a pregnancy test and repeat in 1 week. Get restarted on a new pack and remember that staying consistent works best for cycles and protection.
Answered 4/4/2014
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