urgent question about the pill
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urgent question about the pill
| Thu, 03-11-2004 - 9:49am |
I just got my pill prescribed about two weeks ago... and i got my period today. so from what i understand i am supposed to start taking the pill this sunday. This is my first time ever taking the pill and i want to now how long i have to wait before i can start having sex. can i have worryfree sex w/ my boyfriend on monday or do i have to wait a certain amount of time do to do so?

If you are a Sunday start then you will need to use back-up for at least 7 days. You will be protected by your pills after 7 days of taking them correctly. If you were to start your pills today (first day start) you would be protected immediately. However, some docs and this board recommend that you use back-up for your entire first cycle while you are learning to take your pills correctly, to prevent pg panic if AF changes her schedule and is heavier/lighter than when you were cycling naturally. It would be a good idea to read the patient information leaflet that came with your pills and keep it handy for reference. It tells you what to do if you miss pills and has a lot of other good info as well.
Good luck
Jill