Get answers for your health queries from top Doctors for FREE!

100% Privacy Protection

100% Privacy Protection

We maintain your privacy and data confidentiality.

Verified Doctors

Verified Doctors

All Doctors go through a stringent verification process.

Quick Response

Quick Response

All Doctors go through a stringent verification process.

Reduce Clinic Visits

Reduce Clinic Visits

Save your time and money from the hassle of visits.

Female | 31

Will a contraceptive pill protect me post-period start?

I began taking the contraceptive pill Hana on 8th June before my period has started and wanted to know how long before I am protected

1 Answer
Dr. Himali Patel

Gynecologist/Obstetrician

Answered on 16th Aug '24

When you start taking the contraceptive pill, there’s something you should know: it won’t protect you right away. It takes about seven days to start working. While you’re waiting for it to kick in, make sure to use an extra form of protection such as condoms so that pregnancy doesn’t occur. Some people may get mild side effects like headaches or feeling sick when they first try this type of birth control but these usually go away with time if taken properly. 

2 people found this helpful

Questions & Answers on "Gynaecology" (4237)

The day my period was due I did foreplay on that day, now my period is not coming after that.

Female | 18

Stress, alterations in routine, or hormonal imbalances can affect your cycle. At times, periods can be delayed for a few days. In the case of still not having a period for a week, then take a pregnancy test to make sure that it is not a pregnancy. However, the most important is to take care of yourself and be calm. 

Answered on 7th Oct '24

Dr. Nisarg Patel

Dr. Nisarg Patel

Do ipill delay periods? How effective is an ipill tablet when taken between 48-72 hours? And for how long can they delay periods and when should I opt for a preg. Test? After sex, she got her periods after 3-4 days (for 3 days which is normal in her case) and they were painless this time with clots. Was that the withdrawal bleeding? It's been a month and 7 days since last that last bleeding and she hasn't got her periods yet. Is it a possible pregnancy? (p.s sex happened on the day she was supposed to get her periods)

Female | 20

Does ipill delay periods? Yes if taken properly as prescribed periods delay due to ipill. The effectiveness of the i-pill decreases the longer you wait to take it and taking it within 48-72 hours is the most effective time frame.If your concerned do a pregnancy test around 2-3 weeks after the date of the last unprotected intercourse. This will give the most accurate result.

Answered on 7th Nov '24

Dr. Swapna Chekuri

Dr. Swapna Chekuri

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Himali Patel

Dr. Himali Patel

Related Blogs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average cost of Gynecological treatment in Istanbul?

What are some common gynecological problems?

when can you visit a gynecologist?

How do you choose a suitable gynecologist for you?

Do and don'ts after uterus removal surgery?

How many days rest after uterus removal?

What happens if I get my uterus surgically removed?

What are the problems faced after removing the uterus?

Consult

Cost Of Related Treatments In Country

Top Different Category Hospitals In Country

Top Doctors In Country By Specialty

  1. Home /
  2. Questions /
  3. I began taking the contraceptive pill Hana on 8th June befor...