confusing info on bcp
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confusing info on bcp
| Mon, 11-08-2004 - 2:12pm |
Hi all. I have a question regarding my first pack of pills. My doctor did not say anything to me about using backup protection during the first month of use, however I have heard others say that I should have. I started my first pack of Lo/Ovral 28 on my last day of bleeding (cycle day 6). We did not use backup protection on cycle day 10. I used to ovulate around cycle day 15 or 16. Should I be worried? I started seeing my normal fertile type discarge (sorry) and would not let my poor hubby near me after that. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

If you start oral contraceptives on any other day than the first day of your period you should use back-up for at least the first 7 days. Some doctors and this board recommend using back-up for the entire first cycle as you learn to take your pills correctly. That way, if you miss a pill or Aunt Flo is on a different schedule or of a different consistency or duration you won't have an 'Am I pg?' freak-out. The manufacturer's recommended minimum time for using back-up under various circumstances is in the patient information that comes with your pills. You might also want to read the post 'Taking your pills correctly', in the FAQs which covers some tips about what to do and what not to do to get the most from your pills.
You might be at risk depending on how long before you became fertile you had IC. If IC was less than 72 hours ago Emergency Contraception is still an option. EC is of decreasing effectiveness the longer you wait so if I were you I would call my doctor right away and see what s/he advises. Let us know how you're doing, ok?
Good luck and hugs,
Jill
Hugs,
Jill