What to Expect During the First Three Months

Your body may need time to adjust to the Pill.

You may have some irregular bleeding or spotting between periods. It sometimes happens as your body is getting used to birth control pills, and should disappear in two to three months. It can be a nuisance, but it is usually temporary and in most cases does not indicate serious problems. Continue taking the pills as directed. Taking each pill at the same time each day will decrease the chances of bleeding or spotting. You should still be protected from pregnancy if you have taken your pills properly.

Side effects like bloating, nausea, breast tenderness, or mood changes are associated with all birth control pills, but may not be experienced by all women. For some women, there may be mild reactions. Because these side effects usually go away once your body adjusts to the Pill, you should continue taking it as long as your healthcare provider agrees that your reactions are normal.

These reactions usually stop within the first few months, but call your healthcare provider if they continue or become worse.

Please see Important Safety Information.

For more information, refer to the Detailed Patient Package Insert section of the Full U.S. Prescribing Information.