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I took one bc pill late and then took the next days late as well but didnt miss them completely. was i supposed to double up on pills or do anything special? im experiencing spotting rn and my placebo week is this sun?

Q: i took one bc pill late and then took the next days late as well but didnt miss them completely. was i supposed to double up on pills or do anything special? im experiencing spotting rn and my placebo week is this sun?

: If you get your normal period not to worry but if not then do a home pregnancy test to be sure.

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If you get your normal period not to worry but if not then do a home pregnancy test to be sure.

Answered 5/5/2023

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A member asked:

I took one bc pill late and then took the next days late as well but didnt miss them completely. was i supposed to double up on pills or do anything special? im experiencing spotting rn and my placebo week is this sun?

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Dr. Leslie Leighton answered

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