Hi, I just started on ortho-tri cyclen two
weeks ago. My boyfriend and I are still
skeptical about the efficacy and
reliability of the pill without the use of
a condom with it. I realize that certain
medications and antibiotics affect the
reliability of the pill, but my question
is, how important is it that I take the
pill at the same time everyday? What if
I were to take the pill one day at 10am
and the next at 12pm? Does this affect
the efficacy of the oral contraception?
I don't wake up everyday at the same time,
so I was just wondering about this... I
didn't know if taking the pill at the same
time is more for reducing the side effects
of the pill, i.E. Nausea, spotting, or
for reducing the risks of becoming
pregnant. Thanks.
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Steph333
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 11 Feb 2004 Posts: 22 Location: Australia
Posted: 07-16-04 09:57am
Hi, well ive been on the pill for 4 years,
and I dont use condoms and take the pill
generally from between 9am-12pm. So
anywhere within that three hour period,
generally seems to keep things consistant.
I've never been pregnant from my usage.
At first I was like you, really skeptical,
but as long as you are careful then you
should be fine.
Make sure you read the label on your
packet but generally they say anything up
to 12hours is not considered "late" but I
would certainly not recommend doing that.
My doctor says a 3 hours give or take is
completely acceptable.
