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Q: Protected during inactive pills ?

asked by: Leirda on March 5th, 2009

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My question is am I still going to be protected during the inactive pills if I'm not going to start on the pill again?

I know that when I'm regularly taking the pill I'm still fully protected during placebo week. But if I'm not going to restart the pill after finishing this cycle am I still protected all 7 days?

I've been on the combination birch control pill for 11 months after the end of this pack. I was on Ortho Cyclen for 9 and then switched to Desogen for the past 2.

The pill gives me horrible depression and anxiety (at least I hope it's the pill...) and I'm going to stop taking it and start using condoms and spermicide.

Please help, thanks

Replies(1)

jlai54

replied on March 5th, 2009

New User

Inactive Pills

Hey,
You should use a back up form of protection during those seven days and since you are not going to restart the pill again, your risk of pregnancy does go up. Becareful with spermicide, as some can cause irritation and discomfort. Also, having plan b in case of emergencies like the condom breaking would be great. Hope that helps

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