How doI take the birth control pills?
The combined pills usually come in a package of 28 pills. They are also available in 21-pill or 91-pill packs. For more information on the 91 day packs, click here. You and your doctor will decide which type of pillsare best for you. Your doctor will probably advise you to start taking the pills on the Sunday after your period has started or on the first day of your next period, depending on your preference. It is worthwhile to follow the following instructions: • Try to take your pill at the same time every day. This will help you remember to take the pills. It will also help keep hormone levels steady. • Use a backup method of birth control (such as condoms and spermicide) until you have been taking the pills for 2 weeks. • Use condoms, even though you are taking birth control pills, for protection against sexually transmitted disease unless you have a long-term, single-partner relationship. • If you have bleeding between periods for several cycles you may need a different pill. Call
