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Re: Effectiveness of the pill

From: D. Ashley Hill, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 19 Jan 1998 21:43:25 -0600 (CST)


At Mon, 19 Jan 1998, Michelle wrote:

>So if one were to take their pill everyday but not at the same time
>everyday (but still, in my case for example, in the morning all the
>time) is the pill still very effective?

If the pill you take contains both estrogen and progesterone, as most do, then the pill should be as effective if taken one per day, no matter what the time. If, however, the pill is a "mini pill" then it is critically important to take it at the same time each day.

I hope this helps.

--
Ashley Hill
David Ashley Hill, M.D.
Associate Director
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Florida Hospital Family Practice Residency
Orlando, FL
http://www.gate.net/~dahmd

I apologize, but I am unable to answer personal e-mail due to time constraints.




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