If you have been on Seasonale for less than two weeks what are the chances of getting pregnant from unprotected sex?

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At anytime you have unprotected sex there is a possibility of becoming pregnant; even if you are the pill. Also, taking medication may also reduce the effectivenes of the pill. So the chances of becoming pregnant while taking seasonale are pretty high

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The last post is terribly, terribly incorrect and misleading.

The pill is one of the most effective reversible methods of birth control. Of 100 women who use the pill, only eight will become pregnant during the first year of typical use.* Fewer than one will become pregnant with perfect use.**

Starting birth control pills the first time:

Choose a backup method of birth control (such as condoms, diaphragm, or foam) to use with your first pack of pills because the pill may not fully protect you from pregnancy during the first week that you start taking them. Keep this backup method handy and use it in case you:

• Run out of pills
• Forget to take your pill
• Discontinue pill use

Need protection from transmission of sexually transmitted diseases, particularly the virus that causes AIDS (the condom is recommended) There are several ways to start taking your pills. Use one of the following approaches: First approach: Start your first pack of pills on the day your period begins. Second approach: Start your first pack on the first Sunday after your period begins. This will result in your menses almost always beginning on a Tuesday or Wednesday every 4 weeks Third approach: Start your first pack on the fifth day after your period begins. Fourth approach: Start your pill today if there is absolutely no chance that you could be pregnant. Use a backup method of contraception until your first period. Take one pill a day until you finish the pack. Then: If you are using a 28-day pack, begin a new pack immediately. Skip no days between packages. If you are using a 21-day pack, stop taking pills for 1 week and then start your new pack. Try to associate taking your pill with something you do at about the same time every day, like brushing your teeth in the morning, eating a meal, or going to bed. Keep the pill near the place where you engage in the selected activity. Establishing a routine will make it easier for you to remember. The pills work best if you take one at about the same time every day. Check your pack of pills each morning to make sure you took your pill the day before.

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Again, The pill is one of the most effective reversible methods of birth control. Of 100 women who use the pill, only eight will become pregnant during the first year of typical use.* Fewer than one will become pregnant with perfect use.**

Certain medicines may make the pill less effective. These include

the antibiotic rifampin. Other antibiotics do not make the pill less effective.

• certain anti-fungals that are taken orally for yeast infections

• certain anti-HIV protease inhibitors

• certain anti-seizure medications

Talk to your clinician about the medicines you already take before you get a prescription for any prescription method of birth control.

Vomiting and diarrhea may also keep the pill from working. Ask your clinician for advice. Until you are sure, use an additional method of birth control.

It is very important to remember that the pill does not protect against sexually transmitted infections. Use a latex or female condom along with the pill to reduce the risk of infection.

• Typical use refers to failure rates for use that is not consistent or always correct.
  • Perfect use refers to failure rates for use that is consistent and always correct.

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