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1	Leneia Giles Says: Report Abuse Sunday, 10/1/2006 11:42:26 AM How do I take Loestrin24 fe?
2	Verwon Says: [Moderator] Tuesday, 10/3/2006 3:59:12 AM Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor, if they did not provide you with enough details, then please speak with your pharmacist.
3	Laura Says: Report Abuse Tuesday, 10/10/2006 6:05:25 PM how long does it take for loestrin24fe to work, like how long do I have to wait before I can safely have sex?
4	Verwon Says: [Moderator] Wednesday, 10/11/2006 3:12:53 AM Generally, you should finish the entire first cycle, before enough is in your system to adequately protect against pregnancy, once you reach the end of the pill pack, where you on the period week pills, then you are fully protected, but be careful not to miss any. One white tablet should be taken daily for 24 consecutive days followed by one brown tablet daily for 4 consecutive days. Withdrawal bleeding should usually occur within three days following discontinuation of white tablets and may not have finished before the next pack is started. During the first cycle with a Sunday start, contraceptive reliance should not be placed on Loestrin 24 Fe until a white tablet has been taken daily for 7 consecutive days and a non-hormonal back-up method of birth control (such as condoms or spermicide) should be used during those 7 days.
5	Denise Says: Report Abuse Friday, 10/27/2006 2:10:06 PM what are the side effects of this pill?
6	Karla Fuqua Says: Report Abuse Tuesday, 12/26/2006 10:36:57 AM I've been taking Loestrin for about 2 months now. I had my reg. period and finished now two weeks later I'm spotting, why?
7	Verwon Says: [Moderator] Tuesday, 12/26/2006 6:26:52 PM That could actually just be a normal side effect of the pill, many birth control pills cause that for the first few months that you take them, some even longer, or it could be the wrong hormonal balance for you. If it continues and becomes bothersome, you should talk to your doctor, there are other pills you can try that may work better. I have had several that did that to me, it got to the point that I would have one week off and 3 on, which became very annoying so I had to switch. On my current pill, Desogen, which I have been taking for almost 12 years now, since my son was born, I am fine and only spot occasionally, unless I get the new generic brand that is out, something in it just does not agree with me and I bleed constantly when I take it, so my doctor has to put Brand Medically Necessary on the prescription each time I need refills. Other options are various types of infections, I have no way of knowing if you are having any other symptoms, so you will have to assess that for yourself, and if you are, or like I said, if it continues or you begin to bleed heavier, then you will want to see your doctor.
8	Verwon Says: [Moderator] Tuesday, 12/26/2006 6:37:42 PM As to the side effects, requested by Denise, here's the info from the monograph: Important Safety Information about Loestrin 24 Fe: Oral contraceptives are not for everybody. Most side effects of the Pill are not serious and those that are, occur infrequently. Serious risks, which can be life threatening, include blood clots, stroke, and heart attacks, and are increased if you smoke cigarettes. Cigarette smoking increases the risk of serious cardiovascular side effects, especially if you're over 35. Women who use oral contraceptives should not smoke. Some women should not use the Pill, including women who have or have had blood clots, certain cancers, a history of heart attack or stroke, as well as those who are or may be pregnant. The Pill does not protect against HIV or sexually transmitted diseases. There is a complete website with tons of information on this pill for those that are using it, or thinking of using it, here's the link so you can get more info: LoEstrin Website Click Here I made it clickable for you, it will open in another page.
9	Jenny Says: Report Abuse Monday, 2/19/2007 4:05:15 AM I have been taking Loestrin24fe for 2.5 months. Despite eating less, and exercising more, I've gained 5 pounds. I have also noticed an increase in appetite - which I try to ignore, or reach for a fruit or veggie. Can you recommend any other BC pills?
10	Maria Says: Report Abuse Saturday, 11/17/2007 12:00:32 PM okay, so ive been taking them for 4 months but i have missed a few, not in a row but like sporadicaly. can i have sex without getting pregnant? or should i try to go a full month without missing one
11	Jetblack Says: Report Abuse Monday, 8/25/2008 5:19:31 PM I am a new bc user.. I started the pill the second day of my period.. I had unprotected sex 1day after my period ended.. And a few day later as well.. I get heaches hot flahses and nausea but no blood spots..What are the probabilities of being pregnant?
12	Kim Says: Report Abuse Monday, 1/12/2009 1:31:51 PM New user to BC, i been on it for the first week, an had sex is it safe to take the morning after pill while on the BC?
13	Kim Says: Report Abuse Monday, 1/12/2009 1:34:11 PM New user to BC, i been on it for the first week, an had sex is it safe to take the morning after pill while on the BC?
14	Anna Says: Report Abuse Monday, 4/6/2009 11:31:49 AM What happens if you have nprotected sex after using the pill only for a week?

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