Two questions about birth control!!! - Birth Control Message Board

Just_me_again · 01-31-2006, 12:04 PM

Hey everyone

So I started taking Alesse a little less than a month ago. Im on a 28 day pack and I just finished taking my pink pills. So all I have is a week of placebos to go. I know that the placebos are for when you get your period, but when exactly should I expect my period!? Just anytime within that week?

My other question is about Alesse and acne. I was just wondering if Alesse was one of the types of birth control that help it. My face isnt bad, but it could be better! So I was just wondering what to expect.

OH! And I have another one for you hahaa. Sorry! But every morning from 7-8 I take my birth control. Thats not bad right? I know your supposed to take it at the same time everyday, so an hour apart sometimes isnt too bad right? Plus, on the weekends sometimes I'll end up taking it around 8:30. Ahh! I just want to be as safe as possible and not worry about it too much.

So if anyone knows any answers Ide LOVE to hear from you. Thanksss!!

Michellala · 01-31-2006, 02:12 PM

My friend worked at a pharmacy and she told me that as long as it's within 3 hours, you're fine. However, always try to keep it the same time- I set my cell phone alarm for that.

I usually get my period during the second or third inactive pills.

Just_me_again · 01-31-2006, 10:31 PM

Kay thanks! The last thing I want is to get PREGNANT! Although Ill always use a condom anyways. So hopefully all will be well!! Im just trying to be as safe as possible!! hahaha. And the cell phone trick is actually a really smart idea!! I might do that!

kirsty06 · 02-02-2006, 03:59 PM

Im on the pill and after i have finished taking my active pills (pink pills) i usually start my period around 3days later. so dont worry if your a bit later than you should be starting your period.

snafu · 02-04-2006, 11:59 PM

What day do you start your active pack? I am on Alesse, which I start taking on sunday, I always get my period wednesday night. Which I guess is 4 days in.