Don't use the last seven pills in a 28-day pack. They are only reminder pills that contain no hormones. Take 20 tablets of Ovrette for the first dose, and then take another 20 tablets 12 hours later. Your clinician will help you choose the dose and pill right for you. Swallow the pills in the first dose no later than 72 hours three days after having unprotected intercourse.
Nausea is a possible side effect when combination pills are used.
You may want to eat a snack of saltines or soda crackers or drink a glass of milk 30 minutes before taking each dose to avoid vomiting. The side effect of anti-nausea medication may include lightheadedness, dizziness, or feeling spacey. Please follow the precautions on the package insert. Swallow the second dose 12 hours after taking the first dose. If vomiting occurred after the first dose, be sure to use an anti-nausea medication 30 minutes before taking the second dose.