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writes: Hi guysJust wondering does anyone know how effective the pill is. I've just gone on it and me and my b/f are consdiering having sex without a condom, just wondering if this is safe? I know neither of us has an STD so thats not an issue but pregnancy is what im worried about. Any one got an helpful advice?
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reader, anonymous, writes (17 August 2006): Very important - take the pill about the same time every day. I am on the pill, and I have an alarm set on my phone to remind me every evening at 8 pm to take it. And know that there are many types of pills, and if you are on one you don't like, the doctor can help you find another one.
Also, just a suggestion - you can always use a backup method like condoms, especially if you aren't in a serious relationship (or even if you are). I have been with my boyfriend for 2 years, I know he and I are both clean, but I still prefer to use both the pill and condoms - that extra bit of protection makes me feel just a little more protected from an unwanted pregnancy.
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reader, anonymous, writes (14 August 2006): I was on the pill (and very faithful, never missed a day) 5 yrs ago. My kid is 5 yrs old. Nuf said. :o)
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reader, bonym  +, writes (14 August 2006):
 There are many pills out there, but in general it is about 98% accurate as Dr Psych correctly said, that is the figure I was always told anyway. In the UK (not sure about anywhere else) they have a pill called Microgynon 30, which is both a contraceptive and period regulator, its brilliant at regulating periods and my sis has been using it contraceptie wise and so far, I have not heard any news of pregnancy!!!
Take care. xXx
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reader, Amethyst  +, writes (14 August 2006):
 The contraceptive pill is only 98% effective, or so I was preached for many recent years by a few sexual education teachers. It is the highest protection out there, next to abstenance(Sp?). Also, unless it's a brand such as the newer "Estrostep" the effects won't kick in for a month or so, so be careful with that as well. **In case you wanted to know, Estrostep is supposed to be proven to begin work after three or four hours... that's how it affected a friend of mine's period.**
But know that no method of birth prevention is 100% effective (not even getting your tubes tied - which you can't do until after you've had a kid in most cases - because they can always loosen and then grow back together!).
So wearing a condom might still be a wise decision if you don't want to go to a doctor for advice... though it's rare, even though he's wearing one, and you're on birth control you could STILL get pregnant. (I have two friends who was born that way.) So all you can do is do as much as you can to prevent it, but you can never be 100% protected.
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reader, DrPsych +, writes (14 August 2006):
 The contraceptive pill is one of the most reliable forms of female contraceptive available but only if used carefully. There is a chance of pregnancy with every method - I have known of one lady I worked with a while ago who was 4 months pregnant before she knew as she was sure she was ok because she took the pill (correctly she said)...but I do think that is very unusual!
You have to remember to take it according to the instructions and there are certain times when it can be ineffective - when you take antibiotics or if you are sick within a couple of hours of taking the pill. In those sorts of circumstances you have to use additional methods for a while. The pill isn't suitable for all ladies and there are different brands - you need to get a basic medical check up before you take it and need to be monitored occasionally whilst you take it. Why not go and see a family planning specialist or practice nurse who can go through the options with you?
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