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I hv missed my contraceptive on the 1st day of my period and is on my 3rd day now. Can i start it now? I hv been taking it continously from 4 months
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If you have missed only the first day then take that along with the second days pill together and complete the pack. For added safety please use contraception like condoms for the first seven days of taking the pill. You will OK after  seven days.
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