How to Adjust the Timing of Your Birth Control Pills?
I would like to inquire about how to change the timing for taking emergency contraceptive pills? 1. You can change the time you take your oral contraceptive pills from around 6 AM to between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM. However, it is important to take them at the same time every day fo...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is possible to change the timing of your medication. If you continue taking it, your period may not come until you finish the second pack. Generally, there are no side effects. Wishing you good health.[Read More] How to Adjust the Timing of Your Birth Control Pills?
Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Possible Causes and Concerns
Regarding missed menstruation? I'm sorry to bother you, doctor. My last menstrual period was on May 9, and it still hasn't arrived. I had been taking oral contraceptive pills regularly for about six months, but I stopped in May. Before taking the pills, I sometimes expe...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. If your period does not arrive in another week, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Possible Causes and Concerns
Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Possible Causes and Concerns
Regarding missed menstruation? I'm sorry to bother you, doctor. My last menstrual period was on May 9, and it still hasn't arrived. I had been taking oral contraceptive pills regularly for about six months but stopped in May. Before I started taking the pills, I sometim...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it seems you may be experiencing irregular menstruation. I recommend consulting a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Possible Causes and Concerns
Understanding Emergency Contraception and Regular Birth Control Use
Repeated use of pre- and post-coital contraceptive pills? I have been consistently taking the contraceptive pill "Yueji," but this month I was supposed to start on June 28. I forgot and only began taking the first pill on July 1 (there was no sexual intercourse during t...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you can continue taking the oral contraceptive pills. If you are still concerned, you may consider taking emergency contraception as well. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Emergency Contraception and Regular Birth Control Use
Missed Birth Control Pills: What to Do When Your Period Arrives Early
Missed the first day of menstruation while taking Wenburen 28? Hello, I have been taking the oral contraceptive pill Wenbu Nü 28 for two months, but I forgot to take it for the last four days, and my period came early. I no longer have any oral contraceptives at home to continue ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, start taking the contraceptive pill on the fifth day of your menstrual period. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Missed Birth Control Pills: What to Do When Your Period Arrives Early
Do Antifungal Medications Affect Birth Control Efficacy?
Drug interactions Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if taking the oral contraceptive pill (Yaz) and antifungal medication (Clotrimazole) together will affect the contraceptive effectiveness of the birth control pill? Thank you, doctor.
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it generally does not have an impact. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Do Antifungal Medications Affect Birth Control Efficacy?
Understanding Breakthrough Bleeding After Stopping Birth Control Pills
Discontinuation of contraceptive pills? I started my period on May 11th and began taking the oral contraceptive pill, but I stopped after three days due to discomfort. Then, on May 19th, it seemed like my period returned and lasted for five days. From June 3rd to around June 5th,...
Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Regarding your concerns, here is a summary of the response: The issues you mentioned, such as discontinuing medication without following proper procedures, staying up late, and even unexpected early pregnancy, can all lead to unanticipated abnormal vaginal bleeding. In addition t...[Read More] Understanding Breakthrough Bleeding After Stopping Birth Control Pills
Understanding Brown Discharge After Taking Birth Control Pills
Intermenstrual bleeding Hello Doctor: I previously experienced irregular menstruation and consulted a gynecologist who prescribed me oral contraceptive pills. I am currently on my second pack, but I have been experiencing brown discharge since my period ended. Is this related to ...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
The side effects of Dalian include: (can be searched online) nausea, abdominal pain, weight gain, headache, depression, mood changes, chest pain, and breast tenderness. Women with hereditary angioedema may experience exacerbation of their condition due to exogenous estrogen.[Read More] Understanding Brown Discharge After Taking Birth Control Pills
Amoxicillin and Birth Control Pills: Understanding Drug Interactions
Amoxicillin and oral contraceptives? Hello, I am currently using the oral contraceptive pill, Mesigyna. Recently, I developed a bacterial cyst on my skin, and my doctor prescribed Amoxicillin 500 mg and Tinten 500 mg (which contains paracetamol). The dosage is for three days, thr...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
Generally, it does not affect the effectiveness of contraception. If there are concerns during the medication period, using condoms during sexual intercourse is advisable.[Read More] Amoxicillin and Birth Control Pills: Understanding Drug Interactions
Impact of Accidentally Ingesting Dissolved Birth Control Pills
Contraceptive pill issues Hello Doctor, I am currently taking a 24+4 type of oral contraceptive pill. While I was taking the medication, I accidentally dropped a pill into water, and it ended up sticking to the bottom of the cup. When I poured out the excess water and tried to re...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the effect may be slightly less effective. If you're concerned, you can take one pill first, which will make it 23+4. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Impact of Accidentally Ingesting Dissolved Birth Control Pills
Does Menstrual Bleeding Mean No Pregnancy on Birth Control?
Breakthrough bleeding from emergency contraceptive pills? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask, after taking the oral contraceptive pill for more than six months, I have a question: does having a menstrual period mean that I am not pregnant? It is quite inconvenient to test every m...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, taking the oral contraceptive pill means that if your period arrives, it indicates that you are not pregnant, so there is no need to worry. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Does Menstrual Bleeding Mean No Pregnancy on Birth Control?
Understanding Missed Birth Control Pills and Emergency Contraception
Missed dose of the contraceptive pill? Hello, I have been taking the oral contraceptive pill (Yueji) for several months. The first day of this cycle was May 31, but I missed a dose on June 5. I took two pills on June 6 to make up for the missed dose. The app indicates that my ovu...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should have contraceptive effects, so there is no need to take emergency contraception. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Missed Birth Control Pills and Emergency Contraception
Do Cold Medications Interact with Birth Control Pills?
Drug interactions I would like to ask if taking Daijō Hyakuen's Golden A tablets about four times, with three tablets each time (the night before and after each meal), during the early stages of a cold, will interact with the oral contraceptive pill, Xin Wu Ning, which I hav...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the following medications may interact with oral contraceptives: 1. Antibiotics (Penicillin, Cephalosporins, Erythromycin, Sulfonamides, Bactrim, Chloramphenicol) - may reduce the intestinal flora that aids in absorption, thereby decreasing the effectiveness of contracepti...[Read More] Do Cold Medications Interact with Birth Control Pills?
Understanding Breakthrough Bleeding and Stopping Birth Control Pills
Discontinuation of contraceptive pills? Hello doctor, I started taking the oral contraceptive pill (Loette) on the first day of my period, and today is the 13th day. I started experiencing bleeding on the 11th day, and by the 13th day, the bleeding amount is similar to my menstru...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, please temporarily stop taking the medication and treat it as your menstrual period. Start the next pack of birth control pills on the fifth day and see if everything is normal. If it is still not normal, consider switching to another type of birth control pill. Wishing yo...[Read More] Understanding Breakthrough Bleeding and Stopping Birth Control Pills
Impact of Birth Control Pills on Menstrual Health and Uterine Condition
Contraceptive pill issues If a person has regular menstrual cycles, no issues with menstrual pain, and a healthy uterus, taking oral contraceptive pills solely for the purpose of contraception should not make the uterus unhealthy. However, after discontinuing the pills, it is pos...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
No, unless it is stopping medication without a doctor's guidance.[Read More] Impact of Birth Control Pills on Menstrual Health and Uterine Condition
Is It Normal for Menstrual Flow to Vary While Taking Medication?
Taking Yueshi? I have finished my second pack of medication, and my menstrual period has been regular. The doctor mentioned that the menstrual flow would decrease with the medication. Last month, it was indeed lighter, but this month, the menstrual flow is similar to what it was ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the oral contraceptive pill (COC) not only effectively prevents pregnancy but also helps regulate the menstrual cycle, reduce menstrual flow, and shorten the duration of menstruation. However, not every woman experiences these effects; it is normal if the situation remains...[Read More] Is It Normal for Menstrual Flow to Vary While Taking Medication?
Connection Between Emergency Contraceptives and Stomach Ulcers: What You Need to Know
Emergency contraceptive pills and gastric ulcers? I previously used Nina oral contraceptive pills due to polycystic ovary syndrome and irregular menstrual cycles. During the first week of each month, I experienced mild nausea, but overall it was manageable. However, there was one...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should be fine. Some people are more sensitive to contraceptive pills and may feel nauseous. You can try again. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Connection Between Emergency Contraceptives and Stomach Ulcers: What You Need to Know
How to Properly Use Birth Control Pills for PCOS Management
Instructions for Using Emergency Contraceptive Pills Hello Doctor, I am currently taking Diane-35 oral contraceptive pills prescribed for polycystic ovary syndrome. 1. Can I take the medication with food or other substances? I felt like the pill was stuck in my throat the other...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
1. It can be taken with water. 2. The interval between doses should not exceed 48 hours, which theoretically does not affect the contraceptive effectiveness.[Read More] How to Properly Use Birth Control Pills for PCOS Management
Understanding the Effects of Emergency Contraceptive Pills on Menstrual Cycles
Emergency contraceptive pill Hello, doctor. I had irregular periods in the past, so I started taking oral contraceptive pills six months ago. I had sexual intercourse in January of this year (with a condom), and my period came in February. Since then, I have not had any sexual ac...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, please wait another one to two weeks. If it still hasn't arrived, I recommend seeing a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding the Effects of Emergency Contraceptive Pills on Menstrual Cycles
How to Adjust Birth Control Pill Schedule After Early Period
The number of days for taking emergency contraceptive pills? Hello Doctor: I have been taking a 28-day oral contraceptive pill for about a year. However, my period came a day early this time. I would like to know if I should start taking the first pill of the next pack on the fif...
Dr. Huang Zifei Reply:
Dear Jane, Essentially, it is a 28-day oral contraceptive, which means you do not need to worry about your menstrual cycle and should continue taking it without interruption. If you have any other questions, I recommend consulting with a gynecologist. Dr. Huang Tzu-Fei, Depar...[Read More] How to Adjust Birth Control Pill Schedule After Early Period