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How To Switch The Pills From Diane To Althea?

Hi doc! How do i switch pills from diane to althea? I took my last diane pill on aug 5, im on my 7 day rest as of the moment. When do i start taking althea? Do i take it on the 1st day of my period which is today? or do i finish the 7day rest and take the 1st althea pill on aug 13? Ty!
Fri, 25 Sep 2015
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it should be on seventh day of period as usual.you were takingdiane in same schedule. nothing wrong if you start a new schedule. only thing you remain unprotected for those few days.can take other precaution like condom for your husband.
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How To Switch The Pills From Diane To Althea?

it should be on seventh day of period as usual.you were takingdiane in same schedule. nothing wrong if you start a new schedule. only thing you remain unprotected for those few days.can take other precaution like condom for your husband.