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What happens if you take microgynon a day before your period?

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Dr. Brian Nguyen answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Quickstart: If you start using birth control pills right before your period begins, it's possible that you might have a shorter period or a lighter period, but overall, I wouldn't expect any changes, although you'll need to use condoms or abstain for 7 days until the pill actually works (unless your period comes first).

Answered 6/7/2017

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