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Is Delaying An Active BC Pill For 13 Hours A Concern?

Hi, This is the first time in 10 years of taking birth control that this has happened but I took my pill approx. 13hrs late. It is the day 6 pill in the first week of a 28-day pill packet (Ovima brand). With this much delay in time, have I created any complications to my cycle? If so, what precautions do uI need to take for the rest of my cycle to prevent pregnancy?
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Hello,

Nothing will happen in case you miss a birth control pill for few hours. No alternate contraception or back up is required.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Wishing you all the best.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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Is Delaying An Active BC Pill For 13 Hours A Concern?

Hello, Nothing will happen in case you miss a birth control pill for few hours. No alternate contraception or back up is required. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Wishing you all the best. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician