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I am switching birth control pills and was wondering if i am a day one starter if i should start the new pill the day i get my period?

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Dr. Pamela Huerter answered

No need: Although a lot of women will start taking OCPs on the first day of their cycle, since you are already taking OCPs you should just start your new pack of pills as you would have started the next pack of your current pills. Taking them with your bleeding is fine, but may contribute to more spotting with this first new pack.

Answered 4/5/2016

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A member asked:

I am switching birth control pills and was wondering if i am a day one starter if i should start the new pill the day i get my period?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Pamela Huerter answered

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