Happy123,
Yes, anytime you miss pills, the effectiveness rate of the birth control pill can be decreased and you have a higher risk for pregnancy.
The pill is 99% effective at preventing pregnancy when used consistently and correctly every time. When used in a manner that is less than "perfect use", the effectiveness rate can decrease to 80% or below.
The best way to make sure you're still protected is to use alternative form of contraception (condoms) for the 7 days after you miss the pills (I'm sure the instruction booklet says to do this).
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Happy123,
Yes, anytime you miss pills, the effectiveness rate of the birth control pill can be decreased and you have a higher risk for pregnancy.
The pill is 99% effective at preventing pregnancy when used consistently and correctly every time. When used in a manner that is less than "perfect use", the effectiveness rate can decrease to 80% or below.
The best way to make sure you're still protected is to use alternative form of contraception (condoms) for the 7 days after you miss the pills (I'm sure the instruction booklet says to do this).
August 16, 2009 - 6:55amThis Comment
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