How to Use Mercilon to Skip a Period

Many women choose to take birth control pills as a form of contraceptive. Mercilon is a type of birth control pill that is prescribed by a doctor. Each pack of pills contains 21 regular pills and seven placebo pills. Occasionally, a woman might choose to skip the placebo pills and start a new pack right away to prevent having her period. It is easy to use Mercilon to skip a period, but you should always check with your doctor first before doing so.

Things You'll Need

• Mercilon

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Instructions

• 1

  Take your Mercilon as prescribed. Make sure to take each of the 21 white pills at the same time every day. If you miss a pill, follow the instructions that came with your prescription.

• 2

  Do not take the seven placebo pills. To skip your period, throw away your pill pack after you take the last of the 21 regular pills and start a new pack instead of taking the placebo pills. This will prevent the normal withdrawal bleeding from occurring. Some women might notice some spotting when they skip the placebo pills.

• 3

  Take the rest of the new pill pack as normal. When you finish the 21 regular pills, you can decide whether or not to take the placebo pills or start a new pack to skip your period again. It is not advised to skip the placebo pills for more than three consecutive packs unless it is recommended by your doctor.