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NooNoo22 Posted at 9:17 am on Sep. 22, 2008
Righty, ive been on 'Mircogynen 30' for about two years which is a three week on one week off pill. But for the last 3 or so months ive been on it without a pill free week. untill early in the week i found out some medication i had been on could affect its affectiveness so i came off to take a pregancy test. the test was negative and of course i got a period but i want to go bak on the pill like..right now. Do you think it would be okay considering the length of time ive been on it? I only stopped taking it four days ago. x

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katyduck Posted at 9:49 am on Sep. 22, 2008
If you go back on it, you'll have to use condoms for 7 days but after that you should be fine.
lonewolf03 Posted at 9:47 am on Sep. 22, 2008
You shouldn't have to have gone off your contraception in the first place- pregnancy tests will give you the same results whether you are on contraception such as the pill, or not. It detects a completley different hormone than any hormone that you get from contraception.

As for if you should go back on the pill, honestly, talk to a doctor about it.

Al Legator Posted at 9:38 am on Sep. 22, 2008
Quote: from NooNoo22 at 9:22 am on Sep. 22, 2008

i would but my gp has a flipping six week waiting list..

The pharmacist should be able to tell you quickly and for free.

NooNoo22 Posted at 9:22 am on Sep. 22, 2008
i would but my gp has a  flipping six week waiting list..
Crazy snake Posted at 9:21 am on Sep. 22, 2008
Consult your gp
Al Legator Posted at 9:21 am on Sep. 22, 2008
I can't advise you about that though a pharmacist or doctor could.
I just wanted to emphasise what you mentioned about BC pills- or any hormone based birth control method- that they can be affected by other medications. Antibiotics are a common one.
http://www.smart2ask.org/Contraception.htm#BirthControlPills
NooNoo22 Posted at 9:20 am on Sep. 22, 2008
im just worried cuz ur supposed to start on the first day of ur period blah blah blah and if it would start working straight away. i wouldnt mind waiting but my bf is coming home this weekend so...
flanders5t6 Posted at 9:18 am on Sep. 22, 2008
i think it should be ok but i would seriously talk to your gp bout it :)
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