Missed Or Extra Pill

What to do if you miss progestogen-only pills

If you're late taking your progestogen-only pill (mini pill), or you've missed 1 or more pills, what you need to do will depend on:

how much time has passed
the type of progestogen-only pill you take

Talk to a pharmacist to find out what to do, or read the information leaflet that comes in your pill pack.

You may need emergency contraception.

Emergency contraception

Speak to a pharmacist, sexual health clinic or GP or call 111, as the progestogen-only pill can affect how some emergency contraception works.

What to do if you take an extra progestogen-only pill

If you've taken any extra pills, it's unlikely to harm you. Carry on taking the rest of your packet as normal. Take them at the usual time you take your pill each day.

You may get side effects such as:

feeling sick (nausea)
being sick (vomiting)
vaginal bleeding

If you're concerned, talk to a pharmacist or a GP, or contact NHS&t=/">NHS 111.

Find your pill's patient information leaflet online by searching for the name of your pill in the medicines A to Z on the eMC website

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