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I've been on birth control pills bout a month now but have missed pills will that affect how they work on my body?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: I am guessing that you are not currently on Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone) (which is listed as a medication). Yes, missing oral contraceptive pills will reduce their protective value against pregnancy.

Answered 6/30/2014

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Yes: The pill will only work if taken as prescribed. I tell my patients to pick a 6 hour window, like, 6 am to noon, noon to 6, or 6 pm to midnight. Be consistent, set your phone alarm, whatever you need. But if you dont take them every day, they wont work. Another good option is a skyla iud, or nuvaring. Talk to your doctor.

Answered 8/22/2013

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