Is there harm in taking the birth control pill three times a month?

Patient's question:

No

Doctor's answer:

Side effects of birth control pills may include endocrine disorders, irregular menstruation, amenorrhea, infertility, or gastrointestinal discomfort, headaches, weight gain, nervousness, low mood, skin hyperpigmentation, and acne, etc. Birth control pills should not be used more than three times within a year, and only once per month.