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I am on yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol). on 2nd inactive pill i used norlevo. my inactive tablets are all done and started first active pill, but no period yet.do i need toworry?

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Dr. Matthew Wilson answered

Yes and no: For you have a late period in this setting is normal, but you should still use pregnancy tests. You don't need to add "morning after pills," to your birth control pills. The Yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) is much more effective at preventing pregnancy than Norlevo.

Answered 1/8/2015

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A member asked:

I am on yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol). on 2nd inactive pill i used norlevo. my inactive tablets are all done and started first active pill, but no period yet.do i need toworry?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Matthew Wilson answered

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