Missed Birth Control Pill & Unprotected Sex: What Should I Do?
QuestionI forgot to take my pill this past friday. I usually take my pill at 7pm each day. I didn't notice I forgot my pill until saturday at 9pm when I went to take my pill for saturday. I took both pills together. My boyfriend and I had sex on Sunday which was unprotected and he did cum inside of me. Should I be worried? I have been on birth control for over 2 years and have never had any problems with it before. Please help
AnswerSince you missed only one pill and took it 1 day later, chance of pregnancy is quite low. You could make it even lower by taking Plan B within 72 hours. In the future if you miss a pill, it may be worthwhile to use backup contraception for 7 days. However, even without doing anything, chance of pregnancy is very low. The pill is highly effective when taken every day. Effectiveness decreases with every pill that's missed. Best wishes.