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Do progestin-only birth control pills lose effectiveness if taken 2 hours late?
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∙ 10y ago
No, two hours late is fine for progestin only pills. If you take a POP more than three hours late, you should use a backup method for the next 72 hours.
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Does one night of diarrhea effect the effectiveness of your birth control?
Although birth control is in your blood stream, if you had diarrhea or have vomited less than 3 hours after you have taken the pill then it has not been absorbed into your body. However if you take your pills regularly at the same time you should be fine.
What is the duration of Birth Control Revolution?
The duration of Birth Control Revolution is 1.27 hours.
Does the numbing injection that you get at the dentist for a filling decrease the effectiveness of the birth control pill?
The numbing effect lasts from 2 to 4 hours. Rarely does it last more than that, although there have been cases where the numbing effect lasted for days.
What if you miss your birth control by a couple hours can you get pregnant?
Hours isn't an issue, don't worry.
Is birth control a 24 hour pill?
The birth control pill is something you take once every 24 hours to reduce the risk of pregnancy.
Can you take birth control a few hours off?
nothing, you'll be fine.
Is it true that the birth control hormones stay in you for 24 hours?
Yes. That's why you take the pill every 24 hours.
How to shorten your menstrual cycle?
some birth control pills give you a shorter period.
Is it ok to fluctuate a few hours between taking birth control pills each day?
Hi Your question is: Is it ok to change the time of taking birth control pills? Its ok providing you take the pills within 6 hours of your previous dose and you must continue taking the birth control at the same time everyday. But to air on the side of caution I would recommend you use a condom for 2 weeks.
You use protection and take birth control but not at the same time everyday within 2-4 hours Is this okay?
No it is not okay. If birth control pills are not taken everyday at the same time, you will increase your chances of pregnancy. The only way for birth control to be 99.9% effective you must take your birth control everyday at the same time. If you find it difficult remembering to take your birth control as directed, you should speak to your physician about trying a different method of birth control, such as an IUD, or the Depo Vera shot. In the meanwhile find a time that is convenient for you to take your pill. Try taking your birth control everyday at 7 AM for example.
If your a few hours late taking your birth control and start bleeding what stops the bleeding?
Nothing. It's nature.
How long does the effect of a birth control pill lasts every day?
24 hours. a monthly coarse of birth control pills is designed to protect you against becoming pregnant 24 hours a day and all month long. not every tablet is the same and they coincide with the timing in your reproductive system.
