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Read the sticky Caution: Take Only as Directed. That explains how the pill works.

No, it will not stop your period. It takes a few days until the therapeutic level is reached in your bloodstream and by then your period will be over. Your period will begin the day after you take the last pill in the pack. It takes a few days for the level to drop to allow your period. Take it on the schedule the doctor gave and follow the directions on the pamphlet that came with the prescription. Ste your cell alarm for a convenient time and take the pill the same time every day.

You can always call the doctor's office and ask the nurse. She handles these questions frequently. Or should.