Its best to take your pills at roughly the same time each day,but if you forget and take it once at a different time,you should be fine.Just try not to make a habit of taking your pills at different times.Hope that was helpful.Patty

Isnt it only a problem if you forget and take them later though?

It can be a problem if you take them earlier too. The idea with bcp is to take them the same time everyday so that the hormone levels stay at the same levels. If you take the pill earlier or later then the cycle gets thrown off and your body doesn't think it's on the pill, you ovulate and risk getting pregnant.

Honestly I have done this before. I thought it was fine. I had no problems!! I've been on the pill for 8 years and have done this probably twice because I had plans when I was supposed to take my pill and I didn't want to bother with it.

I would call a pharmacy and ask them. They might be able to help you. Thats who I call when I have a question about my pills and the doctors office is not available.

Bridget

Once in a while is okay,not taking the pill at any time of day.If you forget once in awhile,fine.You should try to take the pill at the same time each day so your hormone levels are constant,as was stated before.If you cannot remember to take your pill at the same time each day,perhaps the pill is not the best choice.Patty