im taking this diane 35.

How should I use Diane-35?

This medication is taken in 28-day cycles consisting of one tablet daily for 21 days, followed by a 7-day interval without medication (i.e., three weeks on, one week off). Tablets should be taken at the same time each day. Treatment is usually started on the first day of menstrual bleeding. Usually, several months of treatment are needed.

If spotting or breakthrough bleeding occurs during the three weeks during which this medication is being taken, contact your doctor.

If your menstrual period fails to occur during the 7-day tablet-free interval, do not start the next medication cycle and contact your doctor.

Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are using the medication without consulting your doctor.

It is very important that this medication be used on a regular schedule as prescribed by the doctor. The medication will be less effective if you miss doses. If you miss a dose of this medication, and you remember within 12 hours, take the missing dose. If more than 12 hours have passed, discard the missed tablet and continue to take the remaining tablets in the pack at the usual time. Do not double-up on doses.