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Hi i accidently took 3 yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) pills today . i had a very crazy day and mindlessly took 2 extra - what will happen ? do i need to go to the er?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

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Don't go to the ER: No. One does not need to go to the er or even to the doctor because they took a few birth control pills. It will mess your cycle a bit, but just stay on the oak and refill it when it is time to refill.

Answered 12/6/2013

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A member asked:

Hi i accidently took 3 yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) pills today . i had a very crazy day and mindlessly took 2 extra - what will happen ? do i need to go to the er?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Killian answered

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