Here's the summary-
Weds- I fell asleep early (because I was exhausted) and didn't realize until the following morning that I didn't take my birth control wed. night.
I took it first thing Thurs. morning.
Then, last night (Thurs.) I completely forgot and fell asleep w/o taking it again.
I took it first thing this morning.
NOW- can I just resume taking it as normal..
or do I need a back up ?
I read the booklet that came with the bc, but it mentions only missing 2 pills in a row (but i didnt quite do that..because i DID take them.. just late)
I am married, but I dont feel I'm ready for a child at the moment.
I figure i probably have to use a back up, but was curious how long I'll need a back up?... one week.. or until my menses?
Thanks! :)
Answer:
I would use back up (for one week) to be safe, even though you should be OK. Better to be safe than sorry!
I would follow the directions for missing two pills in a row, just to be on the safe side.
Anyway, have you tried Nuvaring? It is a ring you insert for three weeks, take it out for one. It works just like a birth control pill - and is just as reliable. It is great for people who forget their pills, like me!
each person is different, I missed one dose and low and behold was pregnant..
If I where you I would keep taking them but sinse falling alseep is an issue take them every morning when you get up put them by your toothbrush and this way you will not have an issue. Better to be safe after your cylce has reset you know that you are safe.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Birth control... I would like all kind of feed back from different people?
I am getting on birthcontrol and I want to know what some of you ladies think about your brand, whether it be IMPLANON, Yaz, Orthoevra... or any other. I want to know what was most troubling for you, side effects and other wise.
Thanks, I hope you can help
Answer:
I hate depo. Don't get it. Bad, very bad. Class action lawsuit bad.
I'm on Kariva and LOVE it. NO side affects at all and have been on it for over a year.
The thing with the birthcontroll pills, every pill is different and every girl is different. Even if I did tell you I took tricyclen lo (which is the one I am using) and that it's great for me, doesn't really mean it will be great for you also... My body is different than yours, your doctor will try pills out with you and if they dont suit you, he/she will prescribe you an other kind... Just make sure you keep contact with your doctor. The first 2 months, you might have bleedings, almost like your period but much darker and much LESS than a regular period, after the first 2 months, your body ajusts... You also might get headaches or migranes, then, you call your doctor and ask about them.
i take trinessa(same as orhto tri cyclen or something).. i had side effects the first 3 days.. like rly rly gassy and pretty gross.. and stomach ache..it was even hard to sleep..but now.. i dnt have any side effects at all.. i dont even have to eat food with it..which most ppl say is killer if u do that. ive been taking it for 6 months.. im 18 good luck...oh yeah i had some spotting too during the first month..nothing bad though
I've been taking birth control for about 5 years and have tried four different kinds - each one produced different side effects.
Diane 35 (not available in the US - I got it in Canada) made me nauseous for literally about two months - not badly but I still felt it, but it did wonders for my skin
Ortho-Tri Cyclen - it was okay but I think I got more yeast infections than ever before in my life
Trinessa - constant spotting and (sorry this is gross) odor and did nothing for my acne (which is why I take it)
Brevicon - I've only been on it for a month
The point is, they each affect each person differently, and you may have all sorts of side effects that aren't listed on the informational packet. I personally prefer the one cycle brands rather than three (where there's a different level of hormones with each week of pills) because I feel more flexible not having to follow the pills exactly.
The most important thing to remember is that it will take your body at least 3 months, possibly longer, to get used to the hormones you're consuming every day. Just pay attention to what's going on, maybe keep a list of different changes you notice in your body. If, after a few months, you're not noticing anything good or you're still suffering from certain side effects that you're not comfortable with, tha'ts the time to talk to your doctor about switching brands.
I take ortho tri cyclen, its great i haven't had any negative side effects. i get less cramps, and shorter periods, but it'll be different for everyone
Thanks, I hope you can help
Answer:
I hate depo. Don't get it. Bad, very bad. Class action lawsuit bad.
I'm on Kariva and LOVE it. NO side affects at all and have been on it for over a year.
The thing with the birthcontroll pills, every pill is different and every girl is different. Even if I did tell you I took tricyclen lo (which is the one I am using) and that it's great for me, doesn't really mean it will be great for you also... My body is different than yours, your doctor will try pills out with you and if they dont suit you, he/she will prescribe you an other kind... Just make sure you keep contact with your doctor. The first 2 months, you might have bleedings, almost like your period but much darker and much LESS than a regular period, after the first 2 months, your body ajusts... You also might get headaches or migranes, then, you call your doctor and ask about them.
i take trinessa(same as orhto tri cyclen or something).. i had side effects the first 3 days.. like rly rly gassy and pretty gross.. and stomach ache..it was even hard to sleep..but now.. i dnt have any side effects at all.. i dont even have to eat food with it..which most ppl say is killer if u do that. ive been taking it for 6 months.. im 18 good luck...oh yeah i had some spotting too during the first month..nothing bad though
I've been taking birth control for about 5 years and have tried four different kinds - each one produced different side effects.
Diane 35 (not available in the US - I got it in Canada) made me nauseous for literally about two months - not badly but I still felt it, but it did wonders for my skin
Ortho-Tri Cyclen - it was okay but I think I got more yeast infections than ever before in my life
Trinessa - constant spotting and (sorry this is gross) odor and did nothing for my acne (which is why I take it)
Brevicon - I've only been on it for a month
The point is, they each affect each person differently, and you may have all sorts of side effects that aren't listed on the informational packet. I personally prefer the one cycle brands rather than three (where there's a different level of hormones with each week of pills) because I feel more flexible not having to follow the pills exactly.
The most important thing to remember is that it will take your body at least 3 months, possibly longer, to get used to the hormones you're consuming every day. Just pay attention to what's going on, maybe keep a list of different changes you notice in your body. If, after a few months, you're not noticing anything good or you're still suffering from certain side effects that you're not comfortable with, tha'ts the time to talk to your doctor about switching brands.
I take ortho tri cyclen, its great i haven't had any negative side effects. i get less cramps, and shorter periods, but it'll be different for everyone
Birth control, but I have sickle cell disease??
Well, I have sickle cell DISEASE, not the trait. I wanna know are there any forms of birth control out there that's right for me. The doctor says I can't take any pills, shots, or patches. Is there any other short-term form of birth control that won't make me sick?? I think I can't take any pills, shots, or patches because of something in the hormones. Can you tell me if there is a form of birth control I can use, and why I can't take the pills, shots, or get the patch? Love Tyra!
Answer:
Get a second opinion. The idea that women with sickle cell disease cannot use birth control pills is outdated and didn't make any sense in the first place:
"In the United States, one widely-read handbook now agrees the disease does not contraindicate OC use. Many clinicians believe the evidence concerning adverse effects is too weak and the risks of pregnancy too high to deny OCs to women with sickle cell disease. "There are no controlled studies of increased complications occurring in patients with sickle cell disease who take oral contraceptives. For many women with sickle cell disease, oral contraceptives are the most acceptable and reliable method of decreasing the risk of unwanted pregnancies."
If you really can't use hormonal birth control, I would suggest a copper IUD.
Honey use the condom
hi tyra, yes there is something you can use that is a very safe alternative. it is called Natural Family Planning. It is not Catholic rhythm method but a very safe and reliable way to determine your fertility. it can be used for women who have serious illnesses or abnornmal cycles. It can be used to achieve/avoid a pregnancy.
My husband %26 I have been using it 10 yrs. successfully to avoid a pregnancy due to a blood clotting disorder I have. I am a very high risk should I become pregnant due to throwing clots %26 hemmorhaging.
We learned about NFP through a local hospital. A trained NFP instructor taught us correctly how to chart our fertility.
you have nothing to lose and so much to gain. the same can't be said about the pill. see the sites listed below to locate an NFP instructor or hospital that teaches it near you. Good luck and best of health.
Answer:
Get a second opinion. The idea that women with sickle cell disease cannot use birth control pills is outdated and didn't make any sense in the first place:
"In the United States, one widely-read handbook now agrees the disease does not contraindicate OC use. Many clinicians believe the evidence concerning adverse effects is too weak and the risks of pregnancy too high to deny OCs to women with sickle cell disease. "There are no controlled studies of increased complications occurring in patients with sickle cell disease who take oral contraceptives. For many women with sickle cell disease, oral contraceptives are the most acceptable and reliable method of decreasing the risk of unwanted pregnancies."
If you really can't use hormonal birth control, I would suggest a copper IUD.
Honey use the condom
hi tyra, yes there is something you can use that is a very safe alternative. it is called Natural Family Planning. It is not Catholic rhythm method but a very safe and reliable way to determine your fertility. it can be used for women who have serious illnesses or abnornmal cycles. It can be used to achieve/avoid a pregnancy.
My husband %26 I have been using it 10 yrs. successfully to avoid a pregnancy due to a blood clotting disorder I have. I am a very high risk should I become pregnant due to throwing clots %26 hemmorhaging.
We learned about NFP through a local hospital. A trained NFP instructor taught us correctly how to chart our fertility.
you have nothing to lose and so much to gain. the same can't be said about the pill. see the sites listed below to locate an NFP instructor or hospital that teaches it near you. Good luck and best of health.
Birth Control that u currently use?
Answer:
ortho tri-cyclen lo
I'm allergic to latex and birth control pills gave me migraines so I opted for a tubal ligation. It works for me, but it may be a bit extreme for you.
I used to use Ortho Tri Cyclen Lo, but my insurance quit paying for it, so now I use Previfem.
ortho tri-cyclen lo
There are dangers with any birth control method, except abstinence.
Birth control questionnnn?
I am 19 and want to go on the pill, but would rather not tell my parents. Am I allowed to do that or would it have to go through health insurance therefore having my parents find out? Also would I need to go to the gyno in order to get on BC?? I have never been. Thanks!!
Answer:
When I started the pill, I was in college. I just went to my local health department. They do all the testing that a regular gyno does and generally charge you a minimal fee for testing and pills. (when I was in school it was free!) You don't have to show any insurance info and your parents don't have to know. Birth control pills are prescription so you do have to see a doctor to get them.
You are totally allowed to do that! Welcome to adulthood.
ask ur gyno ur parents dont need to know
i think you should go on the pill. it hasn't failed me yet.
You are an adult, so you have the right to hypa laws!! That means your parents don't have to know. Gyno is where you should go to get bc.
If you are on your parent insurance they might find out because of any doctor bills. yes you need to go to a doctor for a female check up (pap smear and pelvic exam) before they will perscribe the pills... to make sure you are healthy... the exam is uncomfortable but not painful... you could also go to a place like planned parenthood and then your parents wont find out but you will have to pay for it and they will still do the exam and all.
If you are on their insurance they will get the visit statement. So they would find out. And yeah you have to go the an obgyn. They do a pap and then they check to make sure that everything is alright with you before they proscribe bc.
Yes you can go to your health department and say you dont have insurance and it would be like 10 dollars but they would give it to you but atleast if you are over 18 then you can do it without parents permission but there are many reaons you can tell your parents i mean your periods to get lighter and all many othere reasons to make them shoprter or regular to stop cramping the gyno is not bad youcan do that thru your hea;th department also
Email me. I have so many of them.. that i don't use.. if you want to use them.. or i can give you someone phone number that would always get them for me.. She is a nurse and she always gets stuff for me because she so cool. I never paid for birth control pills.. plus i never had insruaunce either.. but email me.. can't talk about it here.. :Lol
You are 19, so you can go to the doctor on your own insurance or to Planned Parenthood without needing their knowledge or consent. You'll most likely need a pelvic exam before they prescribe anything for you.
Answer:
When I started the pill, I was in college. I just went to my local health department. They do all the testing that a regular gyno does and generally charge you a minimal fee for testing and pills. (when I was in school it was free!) You don't have to show any insurance info and your parents don't have to know. Birth control pills are prescription so you do have to see a doctor to get them.
You are totally allowed to do that! Welcome to adulthood.
ask ur gyno ur parents dont need to know
i think you should go on the pill. it hasn't failed me yet.
You are an adult, so you have the right to hypa laws!! That means your parents don't have to know. Gyno is where you should go to get bc.
If you are on your parent insurance they might find out because of any doctor bills. yes you need to go to a doctor for a female check up (pap smear and pelvic exam) before they will perscribe the pills... to make sure you are healthy... the exam is uncomfortable but not painful... you could also go to a place like planned parenthood and then your parents wont find out but you will have to pay for it and they will still do the exam and all.
If you are on their insurance they will get the visit statement. So they would find out. And yeah you have to go the an obgyn. They do a pap and then they check to make sure that everything is alright with you before they proscribe bc.
Yes you can go to your health department and say you dont have insurance and it would be like 10 dollars but they would give it to you but atleast if you are over 18 then you can do it without parents permission but there are many reaons you can tell your parents i mean your periods to get lighter and all many othere reasons to make them shoprter or regular to stop cramping the gyno is not bad youcan do that thru your hea;th department also
Email me. I have so many of them.. that i don't use.. if you want to use them.. or i can give you someone phone number that would always get them for me.. She is a nurse and she always gets stuff for me because she so cool. I never paid for birth control pills.. plus i never had insruaunce either.. but email me.. can't talk about it here.. :Lol
You are 19, so you can go to the doctor on your own insurance or to Planned Parenthood without needing their knowledge or consent. You'll most likely need a pelvic exam before they prescribe anything for you.
Birth control question? help!?
I was supposed to start my pack on Sunday, but I forgot and I just realized that I took the first pill yesterday (Monday). Should I just keep going the way I am, or am I supposed to take two?
I take Lutera, and my last week of pills are not hormonal
Answer:
take todays now...then take the next one 6 hours later...then take the next one at the regular time you usually take it...it says it in the instructions that come with the pills...
as long as you keep the same schedule each month you'll be fine...(fool with hormones and they'll fool with you...)
take the two. remember to take at the same time every day
I take Lutera, and my last week of pills are not hormonal
Answer:
take todays now...then take the next one 6 hours later...then take the next one at the regular time you usually take it...it says it in the instructions that come with the pills...
as long as you keep the same schedule each month you'll be fine...(fool with hormones and they'll fool with you...)
take the two. remember to take at the same time every day
BIRTH CONTROL question?
so i take yasmin and i took it for one month fine.but then when i finished the sugar pills, i realized i didnt have another pack to start. so it was two days before i was able to start the yasmin again. i didnt take any pills.
so for next month (this month) should i skip 2 of the pills, or should i just take the whole pack even tho i took nothing for 2 days?
Answer:
You should take the whole pack. You can take up to 2 pills at one time. You should be fine.
That is an EXCELLENT question to ask your DOCTOR. Give their office a call %26 ASK one of the nurses!
No no no no no no no. You should have ready the packet. When you miss two pills you're supposed to take two pills for two days in a row. I think at this point you should probably just take the whole thing. If you'd gone to your doctor she/he would have told you to either take two pills two days in a row, or just start a new pack and take it right. HOWEVER, because of this, you should use other contraception methods for this month, ok? Be careful! You have to take it right, if you don't, you increase your pregnancy risk!
u shouldn have skipped the pills at all.. just in case that, that happens again, have an extra yasmin box at home.. anyway.. u should never take less pills.. i knw that coz my mom is a gynecologist. now i dont knw what u should do.. i think the best thing u can do is w8 till this circle ends, use condoms, and start a new yasmin next month the proper day..
You should have called your doctor asap or talk to the pharmacist!
OK next time... Order your refill during your third week, so its there at the pharmacy for you to get. I've done that for the past year and a half and have not had to worry about missing any pills.
Even if its just regulating it, you need to not miss any pills or your cycle will still be messed up.
so for next month (this month) should i skip 2 of the pills, or should i just take the whole pack even tho i took nothing for 2 days?
Answer:
You should take the whole pack. You can take up to 2 pills at one time. You should be fine.
That is an EXCELLENT question to ask your DOCTOR. Give their office a call %26 ASK one of the nurses!
No no no no no no no. You should have ready the packet. When you miss two pills you're supposed to take two pills for two days in a row. I think at this point you should probably just take the whole thing. If you'd gone to your doctor she/he would have told you to either take two pills two days in a row, or just start a new pack and take it right. HOWEVER, because of this, you should use other contraception methods for this month, ok? Be careful! You have to take it right, if you don't, you increase your pregnancy risk!
u shouldn have skipped the pills at all.. just in case that, that happens again, have an extra yasmin box at home.. anyway.. u should never take less pills.. i knw that coz my mom is a gynecologist. now i dont knw what u should do.. i think the best thing u can do is w8 till this circle ends, use condoms, and start a new yasmin next month the proper day..
You should have called your doctor asap or talk to the pharmacist!
OK next time... Order your refill during your third week, so its there at the pharmacy for you to get. I've done that for the past year and a half and have not had to worry about missing any pills.
Even if its just regulating it, you need to not miss any pills or your cycle will still be messed up.
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