Mercilon - Using Mercilon

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How Do I Start ?

Mercilon allows you to control your own menstrual cycle. Before you begin your first pack, ask yourself some questions. For example, what day of the week would you like to begin each pill cycle? Do you want to avoid getting your period on weekends? Answering these questions will help you decide which start method is best for you.

Method One: Day One Start

This is the easiest way to begin, especially if you’re first-time user. All you need to do is take the first pill on the first day of your period. This is considered “Day One”.

With the 21-day pack, the pills are marked with the days of the week. Be sure to pick the pill that matches whatever day of the week you start with. You then take one pill at the same time every day, following the direction of the arrows on the blister pack. These markings are there to help you keep track of whether you’ve taken your pill for the day.

Wait seven days after the pills are finished. Then start a new pack and begin the process all over again.

The 28-day pill strip contains 21 pills with hormones and 7 pills without hormones, also known as “placebos”. Take one pill around the same time everyday until all the 28 pills are finished.

Mercilon becomes effective as birth control after you’ve taken the pills for seven consecutive days. Until then, don’t forget to use a barrier contraceptive during sex.

Method Two: Sunday Start

Take your first pill on the first Sunday after your period begins. Make sure, however, this is not more than seven days after the first day of your period. You then continue taking your pills around the same time every day, until you finish the pack.

The disadvantage of this method is you’ll need to use another form of birth control for the first month. But many women use a Sunday Start because there’s a good chance they won’t get their periods on weekends.