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I'm about to start birth control pills for the first time (diane-35). should i wait for my first period day (next monday) or i can start today?

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Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

Wait for period: Wait for your next period and run a pregnancy test if you have been sexually active without contraception prior to starting the pills if no period.

Answered 9/16/2015

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A member asked:

I'm about to start birth control pills for the first time (diane-35). should i wait for my first period day (next monday) or i can start today?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

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