Due for periods next week.  On birth control pills.  Irregular intake of pills last week.  Suggest
Patient: Today, I went to take my birth control pills as normal. I was sitting at work, and it was a bit of a crazy day, and I remember at 12:51 thinking that I will take my birth control pills. However, I couldn't remember if I actually took it or not, and I put my birth control pills in my bag. Then at 1:00pm I went to take my birth control pills, and the Tuesday one was missing, but I didn't realize this until I put it in my mouth. I immediately took it out and put it back in the packet. I know this seems so stupid, but I can't remember if I took the Tuesday one today or if I accidentally took it yesterday. I didn't continue with the Wednesday one. What do I do?? I've been on the same birth control for three years with no problems, and this is my last week before I get my period next week. Any suggestions?? Doctor: HelloThanks for your query.If you have missed a pill, you can take two pills immediately the enxt day.If all of them are active pills ( not placebo ones ) - then it does not matter if you take the one  meant for Tuesday or the one meant for Wednesday.Continue with the rest of the pills as normal.If you are still in doubt, you can use barrier protection for the rest of the month, and begin your new pack when your period starts.You could still be in the peri ovulatory phase, hence this precaution is recommended.All the bestTake care.