Good morning. Will it be ok to take the first contraceptive pill not on the first day of menstruation? I don't have my period yet.. Previously, it lasted 15 days and I was taking single-ingredient pills. I stopped and now I don't have my period anymore. I'm still waiting. Can I start with combined pills?
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Anna Lewandowska Pharmacist, Editor
3 months ago
To @Gosia:
Yes, if you use a condom regularly, even if the contraceptive patch is found to be defective, you can stop using it at any time without worrying about pregnancy.
Condoms should be used every time during intercourse to provide effective protection against pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases. If the contraceptive patch is damaged, the condom can be used as an additional contraceptive method until the patch is replaced.
So the patch doesn't really have to work when I protect myself with a condom?
So even if the patch doesn't work, the fact of using a condom is already enough to protect yourself from pregnancy? I checked the slice after your answers, i.e. I slightly peeled off the horn because there was a mark on it, but it is not perforated or torn, so I pressed the horn firmly against the skin and it sticks. However, if it turns out that it was damaged and I still use a condom every time, whether during a bleeding break or during a cycle, can I stop using the patches at any time without worrying about pregnancy?
Anna Lewandowska Pharmacist, Editor
3 months ago
To @Gosia:
There is no need to worry too much if you use condoms during every intercourse. A condom is a very effective method of contraception and protection against sexually transmitted diseases, even if the contraceptive patch does not work properly or comes off.
However, it is a good idea to check regularly that the contraceptive patch is properly applied and that there are no signs of damage. If you have any doubts about its condition, you can replace it with a new one. The use of a condom additionally provides double protection.
The most important thing to remember is that the correct and consistent use of contraceptive methods such as condoms or patches is crucial to prevent unwanted pregnancy and infections.
Hello, I would like to ask if I should be very "watchful" about the patches if I use a condom for every intercourse anyway? Sometimes the patch comes off and I don't trust it and I use a condom for every intercourse, now after bleeding I put the patch on as it should but I have the impression that it is damaged but I'm not sure and I noticed it yesterday, when I take it off alternately on Friday I'll check it, but anyway when I have intercourse I have a condom is there something to worry about ?
Anna Lewandowska Pharmacist, Editor
3 months ago
In this situation, it is not recommended to start taking the combined contraceptive pill. Given that you have an irregular cycle and longer bleeding, it is important to consult with your gynecologist before starting any hormone treatment. Your doctor will help you choose the right method of contraception and determine the best time to start taking your new pill.
If you have not had your period for a long time, it is advisable to take a pregnancy test first to rule out pregnancy. Confirmation of the lack of pregnancy can be a pregnancy test performed about 10 days after the last intercourse:
Taking the first combined contraceptive pill should be done on the first day of menstruation, as this provides immediate protection against pregnancy. If you start taking the combined pills on any other day of your cycle, the protection may not be immediate. In this case, it is recommended to use additional contraceptive methods (e.g. condoms) for the first 7 days after starting a new pack of pills.
I am attaching materials that may be of interest and information about the possibility of using teleconsultations:
https://www.gdziepolek.pl/telekonsultacja/z-ginekologiem
https://www.gdziepolek.pl/artykuly/jak-prawidlowo-stosowac-antykoncepcje
https://www.gdziepolek.pl/artykuly/jakie-leki-oslabiaja-skutecznosc-antykoncepcji
https://www.gdziepolek.pl/artykuly/czy-jedzenie-i-picie-obnizaja-skutecznosc-antykoncepcji