How to take birth control pills
Key takeaways:
- Birth control pills are taken orally at the same time each day in order to prevent pregnancy
- Instructions on how to take the pill will vary between brands and types of pill, so you should always check the leaflet that comes with your pill packet or talk to your doctor
- You can take the pill for more reasons than just to prevent pregnancy, for example, to reduce acne or manage bleeding or other cycle symptoms
Birth control pills are a type of oral contraception that are taken daily to prevent pregnancy. Exactly how you use contraceptive pills depends on the type of pill that you’re prescribed to use. In this article, we’ll dive deeper into the different types of pills, how you take them, and what to do if you miss a pill or want to stop taking birth control pills altogether. Read on to learn more.
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