Short answer: Section 2 of the Angeliq label says a forgotten tablet should be taken as soon as possible, but if more than 24 hours have passed, the missed tablet should not be taken. If several tablets are forgotten, bleeding may occur. The Patient Information gives the same 24-hour rule in plain words.
| Situation | What the label says |
|---|---|
| Schedule | One tablet daily; each pack covers 28 days and the next pack follows without a break (2) |
| Missed a tablet, under 24 hours | Take it as soon as possible (2, Patient Information) |
| More than 24 hours have passed | Do not take the missed tablet (2, Patient Information) |
| Several tablets missed | Bleeding may occur (2) |
Section 2 says: in case a tablet is forgotten, it should be taken as soon as possible. If more than 24 hours have elapsed, the missed tablet should not be taken. If several tablets are forgotten, bleeding may occur.
The Patient Information says the same: if you miss a dose of Angeliq, take it as soon as possible. If more than 24 hours have passed since you missed a dose, you should not take the missed dose.
Example: you take Angeliq at 8 am and remember at 6 pm the same day. Fewer than 24 hours have passed, so under the label you would take it then. If you only notice the next day after 8 am, more than 24 hours have passed, so the label says not to take the missed tablet.
Section 2 says each pack covers 28 days and treatment is continuous: the next pack follows straight after, with no break. Tablets are swallowed whole with some liquid, with or without food, preferably at the same time every day.
This page summarizes FDA labeling. It is not personalized medical advice; confirm what to do with your prescriber or pharmacist.