Is the pill permanently less effective if you miss one?

Question

I know missing a pill/taking a pill late increases the chance of ovulation and therefore pregnancy. But does this mean it will always be less effective? Or just for a couple months? Or does the effectiveness reset every pack after your placebo week? 
Thanks a lot

Answer

I'm pretty sure once you take the pill correctly for 7 days in a row after missing/taking it late it's fine after the 7 days :)

Answer

For combo pills perfect use is considered taking your pill early or late by 1 hour. If you've taken it 12 or more hours late it's considered a missed pill. Anytime a pill is missed or even taken late it could potentially cause a risk for pregnancy. Once you take 7 active pills correctly you are considered to be fully protected again. However if you've missed pills in your pack you should skip your sugar pills and start straight into a new pack because you might not be protected during the break week.

Answer

It'll just be less effective for that particular pack of pills.

Answer

For combination pills you have 12 hours and for the mini pill you have 1-2 hours. If you’re on combination pills and it was just a few hours late you’ll be okay.

Is the pill permanently less effective if you miss one?

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