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Review the following Questions To Ask about birth control pills so you're prepared to discuss this important health issue with your health care professional:

1. Am I a good candidate for birth control pills?

2. Which birth control pill would you prescribe for me? What about generic pills?

3. When should I start taking the pills?

4. What side effects have other women experienced when they take this pill?

5. When is a side effect serious enough for me to call your office and schedule a visit with you?

6. Do I still need to ask my partner to use condoms?

7. What should I do if I forget to take a pill? What if I forget to take two in a row?

8. If I have to take antibiotics, will I need to use a backup method of birth control?

9. Can I use these particular pills for emergency contraception? If so, how many should I take?

10. How soon after I stop taking the pill can I get pregnant?

11. I'm close to menopause. Do you recommend very-low-dose birth control pills for me? Why or why not?

12. I've had problems with regular pills making me nauseous. Do you think the mini-pill would be better? Why or why not?

13. Can you tell me more about the BCP that was recently approved to help treat severe PMS? The emotional symptoms I have just before my period are overwhelming.