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Is Contraceptive Pill Still Effective In Spite Of Missing A Couple?
I am on the birth control pill, but after missing two consecutive days I started my period early. I waited the seven days to start taking the pills again, but two days in I had unprotected sex. Will the pill still work even if I missed a couple before my period?
Mon, 4 Apr 2016
Thanks for asking at Healthcare Magic. I read your question and I understand your concern.
There is 2 percent chance of pregnancy with pill even if you take it without missing a tablet.
However missing two couple and then not continuing pill in the seven days before menses increase chance of pregnancy.
However there is very minimal chance at the start of cycle to get pregnant. However to be on safe side do urine pregnancy test after 10 days.
Hope it helps best.
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Take your best care.
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Dr Ejaz
There is 2 percent chance of pregnancy with pill even if you take it without missing a tablet.
However missing two couple and then not continuing pill in the seven days before menses increase chance of pregnancy.
However there is very minimal chance at the start of cycle to get pregnant. However to be on safe side do urine pregnancy test after 10 days.
Hope it helps best.
Don't forget to rate this answer and close the discussion at Healthcare Magic.
Take your best care.
Regards
Dr Ejaz
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