Taking the pill on time

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Registered: 05-16-2003
Taking the pill on time
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Sun, 02-29-2004 - 7:49pm
I am on Ortho-Tri-Cyclen. I am generally very good about taking it on time each night, but last night I wasn't home to take it on time. So, I took it when I got home 7.5 hours later. If I take tonight's pill on time, do I need to worry about backup for any certain time period? If so, for how long. I will be starting week 2 of my pills tonight.

Thanks. :)


 

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Registered: 12-30-2003
Sun, 02-29-2004 - 8:15pm
Hi and welcome!

If you are late with just one pill the manufacturer says there is no need for backup. Just take it as soon as you remember it and take the next pill at the regular time. This information is in the Patient information leaflet that comes with each pack of pills along with a lot of other information about OTC that you should know. It’s a good idea to read the info. and keep it handy where you can refer to it if needed.

Good luck

      Jill