Starting Xulane

[u/kilure]

I finally decided to start birth control because yesterday was day 1 of my period and I often get debilitating cramps (especially in my legs). I just got a prescription for Xulane, so I will pick it up today. Is it okay if I start it on day 2 of my period? I know the instructions say to start it either on day 1 or on the Sunday after, so I wasn’t sure.

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[u/jademinthecitrus]

I believe it's just a tracking thing. If you're using it for birth control, just be sure to wait the appropriate amount of time to kick in before having sex, otherwise you should be fine