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missed a pill
| Wed, 04-07-2004 - 10:04pm |
I missed one pill last week (my last week of actives) --it fell down the drain. I am now a day late on my period, could i be pregnant, or will I just be irregular?

I think you might just be a bit irregular. Did you skip that day or take the next day’s pill? You will probably be ok if you missed only one pill, but if it was the last one in your pack be sure that you go no more than 7 24-hour days between active pills. If the missed pill was the last active one in your pack that would mean advancing your start day by one day. Or, retaining your old start day and using back-up for 7 days. The FDA is now considering recommending a change in BCP labeling to say that if one pill is missed backup should be used for the next 7 days. That is a bit after the fact this time but if you miss a day again it’s something to keep in mind.
Good luck
Jill
Sometimes AF is just late or she can skip a month entirely, even on pills so I wouldn't be worried just yet. I think you should be ok. Give her a few days. I'll bet she shows in a day or two.
Good luck
Jill
I hope you are right.
I'm glad your AF is visiting. I don't think alcohol in moderation will reduce the effectiveness of hormonal contraception. However, if over indulging leads to vomiting with in 2 hours after taking your pill or causes you to forget it entirely, well.... that is reduced effectiveness indirectly caused by alcohol.
Jill