HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Are Effects Of Taking Two Birth Control Pills On The Same Day?

Okay today s Thursday, but I thought it was Friday when I woke up. Well I m on birth control, meaning I thought I missed Thursdays so I took Thursdays and Fridays pill..not realizing what I had done till it was already swallowed. Can this hurt me? Do I need to see a doctor? What will happen ?
Tue, 21 Jun 2016
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hi,
Thanks for posting in HCM.
I understand your concern.
Taking two birth control pills at a time by mistake does not usually cause any side effects.
You may feel nauseous or vomit or could have some vaginal bleeding because of the extra dose taken. These symptoms will pass and subside on its own, and you don't need to seek medical advice unless your symptoms are severe.
Even though you have taken extra pill(s), you should carry on taking the rest of your packet as normal at the same time each day you usually take it.
Since you've taken an extra pill, you won't be in line with the days on your pill packet. One day can be compensated towards the end by skipping sugar pill for a day, while you have your periods, depending on which type of pill you're on.
Hope the information provided would be helpful.
All the best.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For more detailed guidance, please consult an Internal Medicine Specialist, with your latest reports. Click here..
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Are Effects Of Taking Two Birth Control Pills On The Same Day?

Hi, Thanks for posting in HCM. I understand your concern. Taking two birth control pills at a time by mistake does not usually cause any side effects. You may feel nauseous or vomit or could have some vaginal bleeding because of the extra dose taken. These symptoms will pass and subside on its own, and you don t need to seek medical advice unless your symptoms are severe. Even though you have taken extra pill(s), you should carry on taking the rest of your packet as normal at the same time each day you usually take it. Since you ve taken an extra pill, you won t be in line with the days on your pill packet. One day can be compensated towards the end by skipping sugar pill for a day, while you have your periods, depending on which type of pill you re on. Hope the information provided would be helpful. All the best.