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What happens if I only take active birth control pills?

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For decades, the standard birth control pill pack included a week of inactive, or placebo, pills. Skipping these inactive pills and only taking active birth control pills is a practice known as continuous contraception, and it's both safe and effective for many people. This regimen offers the benefit of reducing or eliminating monthly periods, but it's important to understand the side effects and proper usage.

Medications and the Evra Patch: Can you use Evra patch continuously?

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While the standard regimen for the Evra patch is a three-week on, one-week off cycle, it is safe to use the Evra patch continuously under the guidance of a healthcare provider. This off-label application allows individuals to skip or reduce the frequency of menstrual-like withdrawal bleeding for various medical or personal reasons.

Can I skip a break on my pill? A Guide to Continuous Use

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According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), there is no medical reason to experience monthly withdrawal bleeding, which means it is often safe to skip a break on your pill and use it continuously. This method, known as extended or continuous use, offers many people greater control over their monthly cycle for both personal and medical reasons.

Do Marvelon Pills Stop Your Period? Understanding Your Cycle and Continuous Use

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The combined oral contraceptive pill Marvelon, which contains synthetic estrogen and progestin, is designed to regulate hormone levels to prevent pregnancy. While Marvelon pills do not automatically stop your period in a standard cycle, you can use them continuously to achieve this effect, a practice with specific pharmacological considerations.