Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I take Diana 35(Ethinylestradiol). I missed the 14th dose, and the next day I took two tablets. Should I take Unwanted 72?
Please help.
Thank you.
Hello,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
I understand your concern.
Diana 35(Ethinylestradiol) is a combined oral contraceptive pill. If you missed only one pill, for example, the 14th pill, and took two tablets the next day, then your protection is still maintained. You do not need Unwanted 72(Levonorgestrel ). Continue the rest of the pack, taking one tablet daily as usual.
Emergency contraception, such as Unwanted 72, is usually needed only if you missed two or more pills, especially in the first week, and had unprotected sex within the last 5 days. If any of these apply, then Unwanted 72 should be taken as soon as possible, within 72 hours.
What to do now: Keep taking Diana 35(Ethinylestradiol) daily at the same time. Use condoms for seven days only if more than one pill was missed.
Important things to remember: Continue taking Diana 35(Ethinylestradiol), one tablet daily at the same time. No extra emergency pill is required. Your next period should come normally, though it may be slightly early or late, which is common.
Possible minor effects after taking two pills together include mild nausea, headache, or spotting. These usually settle on their own.
When to worry or test: If you miss your next period or if bleeding is very unusual.
I hope this helps.
Kindly follow up if you have more concerns.
Thank you.
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I had sexual intercourse that day.
Please help.
Thank you.
Hello,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
I understand your concern.
So you had the answer. Have a good day.
I hope this helps.
Kindly follow up if you have more concerns.
Thank you.
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Answered byDr. Georges Hany Kozah
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