If I want to use birth control pills to delay my period, should I start taking them now (13 days before my period is due) or wait until the first day of my period?
Starting birth control pills 13 days before your period is due is unlikely to safely delay it this month and may cause irregular spotting. For the pills to work best and establish a safe routine, it is usually recommended to start them on the first day of your period. If you need to delay this specific upcoming period, please reach out to a healthcare provider. They can discuss a temporary generic hormone medication called norethindrone, which is started three days before your expected period.
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If I want to use birth control pills to delay my period, should I start taking them now (13 days before my period is due) or wait until the first day of my period?