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It depends on how many and when you miss the pills. For combination pills, see the table below.
Number of pills missed | When pills are missed | What to do | 7-day back up needed? |
1~2 | Day 1 – Day 2 | Take a pill as soon as you remember Take the next pill at the usual time |
Yes |
Day 3 – Day 21 | No | ||
3 or more | First 2 weeks | Take a pill as soon as you remember Take the next pill at the usual time |
Yes |
3 rd week | Do not finish the pack. Throw away remaining pills. Start the next pack. |
Yes | |
Reminder pills | 4 th week | Throw away the missed pills. Take the next reminder pill at the usual time |
No |
For progestin-only pills, take one as soon as you remember, and take the next pill at the usual time. Use a back-up for 48 hours after taking the late pill.
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