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I have been on Ortho Tri Cyclen Lo for about 2 years. Recently I stopped and then started back again. My period came on a Sunday so I immediately took the pill which was 10pm. The past week I have been taking the pill at 10pm. This past weekend I was out of town, and took the pill at 11pm on Friday night. The next night I took the pill at around 12:30. Does it highly increase the risk of pregnancy taking it an hour late? Or are you protected up to a certain amount of hours? I've been using back up methods but just wondering if I am protected or should still use backup. Any help would be helpful.
Hi Katie..
I'm not a medical doctor so I would encourage you to ask your personal physician about your question. However, in my opinion I don't think this small amount of time would make a difference. But the birth control pill in general is not 100% fool proof so you always have a chance of pregnancy. Have you had any side effects from the pill in these two years? I used to be on the pill but did some research and no longer recommend this method of birth control. If you have any further questions, please email me at DCHERYL51@yahoo.com
Diane Cheryl
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Answers by Expert:
Diane Cheryl
Expertise
I can answer questions about the various methods of birth control. I can answer questions like "What would be the best method of birth control for me?" and other problems and concerns. I have researched side effects and risks of various methods of birth control. I have almost 23 years of experience working with various pregnancy resource centers. Please contact me at CHERYL51@aol.com if you would like to know more information about your situation or if I am "Maxed OUT".
Experience
I have almost 23 years of experience in counseling women about birth control and family planning.
Education/Credentials
Illinois Valley Community College, Austin Community College, Travel Agent Degree and almost 23 years of counseling experience.
I have worked with Pregnancy Resource Centers for almost 23 years.
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