The pill....?

Question

How long does it take to get into effect? And how do you know it's working...? Cuz my cousin said after three weeks or so...but I don't know, is there a way to tell? Cuz I don't exactly want to risk getting pregnant..and yes, I know the pill isn't 100% affective...but it does work.....

Answer 1

When starting BCPs, it will take 7 days for the pill to become effective at preventing pregnancy. You will need to use a second method of contraception during these 7 days. I actually used a back up for the first month just to be safe. In fact, I recommend using condoms consistently with BCPs to protect against sexually transmitted infections. Remember that BCPs offer no protection from acquiring STDs.

Be aware that your first and last active pills are the most important pills in your pack. Being late starting your next pack or forgetting your last active pill will lengthen the time off the active pills. Lengthening this pill-free interval can allow your body to ovulate. Try to plan carefully when you need to start or purchase your next pack. Remember your pills when you go away for weekends or vacations.

To help you remember to take your pill every day, it is useful to link taking your pill with some daily activity like brushing your teeth or eating a certain meal. Some women set a watch alarm to go off as a reminder. Each morning check your pack to make sure you took yesterday's pill.

The way you will know it's "working" is by taking it at the same time every day. Most people who get pregnant "on the pill" miss doses.

Answer 2

I would say wait a good month to make sure the whole pack of pills have been put into your system. No the pill is not 100% affective but it is really high if u take them on time and the way u were told to do so by your Doctor. Nothing is 100% affective except no sex period. Even getting your tubes tied isn't 100%. Just make sure you know your doing it the way you were told and everything will be fine. If you are still worried then don't have sex until u are married. That will keep things straight.

Answer 3

Nothing is 100% effective except abstaining. But you should wait 1 mo before the pill to take effect.

Answer 4

1. You must not take the pill without medical attendance. Seeing a gynaecologist regularly is the minimum responsibility that sex entails. Not any pill is suitable for any woman.
2. The condom must always be used. It is not just for contraception, but also for protection against nasty often undetectable diseases that can ruin your life and cause cancer in the long run.

Answer 5

if ur 18+ then you can get the Plan B pill without a perscription. and the only advice that i can give to know it its working, then when u have sex, make sure u have it with a spermicide lubricated condom and check yourself with a take-home pregnancy test every 2 days or so

Answer 6

The doctor should tell you when you got the pill (don't they make you read a whole bunch of FAQs... such as what to do if I miss a pill). I think it's different with every oral contraceptive medication.

Answer 7

Answering as a pharmacy student-
To be as careful as possible, wait until you are in your second pack before having sex. And always use a condom even with the pill.

Answer 8

Everyone says one month, and that's generally what I've always thought. Check the directions/instructions/warning labels that come with the prescription to be sure, or ask your gynecologist for a true answer.

Answer 9

See a doctor!