Learn how to take birth control pills correctly
There are several planning methods, one of the most common is the birth control pill. Here we will explain how to take birth control pills and which type of pill is best suited to your needs.
If you want to enjoy your sex life without having to worry about getting pregnant, birth control pills can be your ally, as they are effective at 99.9%. However, you should keep in mind that the pills they do not protect you against sexually transmitted diseases.
How to start taking birth control pills?
- Start taking the pills with the first day of your period. Continue to take it every day at the same time. With this method, you don’t need to use another backup method because the effect is immediate.
- Start taking the first pill whenever you want. Continue to take it every day at the same time. With this method, you will need to use another type of backup protection against pregnancy, such as a condomfor 30 days.
- Take the first pill on the first Sunday after the start of your period. If your period starts on a Sunday, take it on that day. Continue to take it every day at the same time. With this method, you will need to use another birth control method for 7 days.
Types of birth control pills
- Packets of 28 tablets: taking 1 pill a day for 28 days. The last pills in the pack are reminders, don’t worry if you forget them because you will be protected.
- 91-tablet packs: taking 1 pill a day for 12 weeks. The last 7 pills with reminders. With these pills you will only have your period once every 3 months.
- Minipills: combined birth control pills have estrogen and progestin, but these have only progestin. You must take it within 3 hours every day. Please note that these pills only come in packs of 28 tablets.
Birth control pills are very effective if you use them correctly. It is recommended that before you start taking them you go to a gynecologist because in some cases they are contraindicated.