Taking pill same time everyday?

Question

I haven't been very good at taking my pill at the same time everyday, since I take it in the morning. I'm not always up in time and I don't always have it with me. Should I start taking it at night or later in the day? I heard it doesn't work properly if you don't take it the same time everyday and it's the only protection I use!

Answer

Take it at a time where you are always able to take it. If you go to bed at the same time every night, take it before bed. If you get up at the same time every day, take it then. So long as you take it within 1-2 hours of your chosen time, you are protected (unless it's a mini-pill, it's better to always take them exactly on time).

If you are having trouble remembering, maybe try an different method like Nuvaring, dermal patch, implant or an IUD. All these methods have less user error.

Taking pill same time everyday?

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