For traditional progestogen-only pills (POPs) taken more than three hours late (more than 27 hours since the last pill was taken), or desogestrel-only (Cerazette) pills taken more than 12 hours late (more than 36 hours since the last pill was taken), the pill should be taken as soon as possible.

If more than one pill has been missed, the customer should just take one pill and then take the next pill at the usual time, which may mean taking two pills in one day. An additional method of contraception is advised for the next 48 hours after the POP has been taken.