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Q: OK to start a new pack instead of taking inactive pills..?
asked by:LaBellaVida on November 4th, 2007
New User
instead of taking my inactive pills I want to just start a new pack. to avoid the bleeding. is that a bad idea?
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Replies(4)
The Mrs
replied on November 4th, 2007
Experienced User
No, it's fine and safe. Go right ahead.
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Tylanas
replied on November 4th, 2007
Especially eHealthy
Yep, perfectly fine.
However, you may spot. This is light bleeding that could happen instead of your period, even though you'll be on active pills. This spotting could last all month. If you skip again next month, you shouldn't spot. Most women spot the first time they try to skip.
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LaBellaVida
replied on November 4th, 2007
New User
i thought there would be spotting. thanks for the answers!!
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anniek
replied on November 5th, 2007
Experienced User
Only other thing is you might want to call and let your dr know that you are going to do it. Most dr's don't mind and encourage women to!