Monthly birth control pills are one of the methods to prevent pregnancy that are highly effective and easily accessible. However, the secret to being “effective” is that you must take them on time, continuously, and without forgetting!
How effective are they?
If you take monthly birth control pills on time continuously, they are up to 99% effective. However, if you do not take them on time, stop, or miss doses, the chance of failure may increase without you realizing it.
How to take them effectively?
- Take them every day at the same time without skipping days or intervals.
- Complete the pack of 21 or 28 pills according to the type of medication.
- If you forget to take it for 1 day → take it as soon as you remember, then take the next pill at the usual time.
- If you forget to take it for 2 days → take 2 pills on the day you remember, 2 more pills the next day, then take the next pill at the usual time.
- If you forget for 3 days → stop taking that pack, wait for your period, then start a new pack. Use condoms during intercourse to prevent risks.
Advantages of monthly birth control pills
- Easy to use, no need to rely on others
- Economical, widely available
- Some types help regulate menstrual cycles
- Reduce menstrual pain or acne in some cases
Precautions
- Does not prevent sexually transmitted diseases → If you have risky behavior, use condoms as well.
- If you have certain medical conditions, consult a doctor before starting use.
- Continue taking them even if you are not having intercourse during that time to maintain hormone levels.
Summary: To make birth control pills effective = Take them on time
Monthly birth control pills are not just “take them if you have them” but “take them correctly” to achieve full effectiveness and truly prevent unplanned pregnancy.
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