Good morning, In the previous cycle I took an ellaone tablet. (has been taking Belara tablets regularly for a year) When does a new cycle start correctly? From the 1st day of withdrawal bleeding or from taking 1 tablet of Belara? I mean, since when am I thoroughly protected? On Monday I took 1 tablet at 18:15, on Tuesday at 17.30 and on Wednesday at 18 whether such a time difference is ok and does not affect the effectiveness of hormonal contraception
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Angelika Talar-Śpionek Pharmacist, Editor
18 months ago
To @Kor.nel: Yes, the protection is maintained.
I used ellaone because I was taking an antibiotic that could weaken the effectiveness. There was intercourse during the 7th day of the bleeding break (from the next day I took 1 tablet from the blister) is it ok?
Aleksandra Berdys Pharmacist
18 months ago
We count the next cycle starting the next package, starting with 1 tablet of the next package. Belara consists of 21 active tablets, after which we take a 7-day break in use. Then withdrawal bleeding most often occurs. What was the reason for taking the Ellaone pill if you declare that you have been taking Belara contraceptive pills regularly for a year? The time difference you mentioned in the question is not important when it comes to the effectiveness of contraception (i.e. 17.30, 18.15, 18.00). Article you may find useful: https://www.gdziepolek.pl/artykuly/jak-prawidlowo-stosowac-antykoncepcje