If you miss one day of birth control, what you should do depends on the type of pill you are taking and how many pills you have missed. Here are some general guidelines based on the search results:

• If you are taking a combined contraceptive pill and you miss one pill anywhere in the pack or start a new pack one day late, you are still protected against pregnancy. You should take the last pill you missed now, even if this means taking two pills in one day, and carry on taking the rest of the pack as normal. You do not need to use extra contraception.

• If you are taking a progestogen-only pill and you miss a pill, what you need to do depends on how many pills you have missed. If you have missed one pill, take it as soon as possible, even if this means taking two pills in one day, and carry on taking the rest of the pack as normal. You do not need backup birth control.

• If you miss your birth control or start your pack late, your pills may not work as well. The chances of getting pregnant depend on when and how many pills you missed. If it has been more than one day since the time you should have taken your pill, it is considered missed. What you do if you miss a pill (or more than one) depends on several factors.

• If you missed one days pill, take it right away, then take todays pill on schedule if you havent yet. Its OK if you take two pills in one day. Youll take the rest of your pills as normal. If you missed a pill during the first week of a new pack, you should use another type of birth control for the next 7 days.

• If you missed 1 active (hormonal) pill or if you started a pack 1 day late, take the active (hormonal) pill as soon as possible and then continue taking the rest of the pack as scheduled. You do not need backup birth control.

Its important to note that missing birth control pills can increase your risk of unintended pregnancy. If you are unsure about what to do, you should consult your healthcare provider or a pharmacist for advice.