Hi I have recently started taking the contraceptive pill Noriday 28 eight days ago, i had a bit of diahorria two days ago and had sex the following day. They say that if u have a upset stomach or diahorria the pill might not be as effective. I was just wondering if that is true and should i be worried about pregnancy?
Hello, Thanks for letting us know your health concern. If diarrhea or vomiting occurs within two hours of consuming the pill, efficacy of the pill is lost. Beyond this time frame, there is no need to worry about lack of pill effect. However, during the initial couple of months after commencing hormone contraception, additional protection is suggested to avoid failure. Please go ahead with your course of oral contraceptive. You should use additional protection since this is your first cycle. Hope this helps.