The Student Room Group

Pill confused?

Hiya I've been on microgynon for a few months and this is probably me being stupid but are you actually protected on your break? I thought not but I heard you are?
Sorry for being an ass :rolleyes:
Reply 1
Yes, you are
Seriously?? :eek:

I would have though not...
How does it though?
Reply 4
Yes you are...if you read the booklet you will know that.
Reply 5
The Pill stops you ovulating (basically the hormones create a state like in pregnancy) providing you take it correctly. The break is a 'withdrawal bleed' rather than a proper period to allow the lining of your uterus to regenerate. As you haven't ovulated, you can't conceive.
Reply 6
Put like a true medic Joy, trust her she is giving you good advice