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Is It Ok To Take Two Althea Pills On The Same Day?
hi,its my first time to take althea pills.yesterday that was friday here in the PHILS,i took my wrong pill instead i took the pill that should be the last on my 21 day pill.2nyt when i took my pill for saturday i also take my friday pill that was supposed to be taken yesterday after taking the wrong one...just want to know if what i did was right.thank u
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Hi,
It is generally not recommended to take two Althea pills on the same day as it can increase the risk of side effects and may not effectively prevent pregnancy. However, if you accidentally missed a pill and took it the next day along with your scheduled pill, it is generally safe to do so.
In your case, taking the pill that was supposed to be taken yesterday after taking the wrong one should be fine. Just make sure to continue taking your pills as directed, and consider using backup contraception (such as condoms) for the next 7 days to ensure protection against pregnancy. If you have any concerns or questions about your medication, it is best to consult with your healthcare provider.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
It is generally not recommended to take two Althea pills on the same day as it can increase the risk of side effects and may not effectively prevent pregnancy. However, if you accidentally missed a pill and took it the next day along with your scheduled pill, it is generally safe to do so.
In your case, taking the pill that was supposed to be taken yesterday after taking the wrong one should be fine. Just make sure to continue taking your pills as directed, and consider using backup contraception (such as condoms) for the next 7 days to ensure protection against pregnancy. If you have any concerns or questions about your medication, it is best to consult with your healthcare provider.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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