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I had recently taken plan b, I took it within 16hrs. My period was supposed to come roughly two weeks after I had taken it. All that had happened though was a little light brown discharge. It has now been two weeks since my missed period. I have taken 4 tests, 2 showed negative and the other two were unclear. Since the day I missed my period my stress levels have been sky high, seeing IM assuming I'm pregnant. This is also the third time in 6 months I have taken plan b. I am wondering if a combination of stress and over use of plan b could cause this. Is it possible that the light. brown discharge was my actual period? Thank you in advance ## Plan B is a hormonal tablet that is used to help prevent a possibly fertilized egg from implanting, thus, spotting, headache, dizziness and PM...

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Hi. I just took the last brown pill in my second pack of Lo Loestrin Fe. I have not bled at all yet. On the first pack I had bad cramping on the last white pill and then spotted on the first brown. Such light spotting that I only needed a panty liner for 2 days. Is this normal? Should I be concerned about pregnancy? I've never missed a pill and started the first pack when I was supposed to start the new pack of my old birth control, Yasmin. I am switching back. This pill is making me insane with worry. ## yes, its very normal. light spotting on lo lo estrin or lo estrin is what a lot of people experience. ## Gia's answer is correct. Contraceptives, such as this, contain hormones to prevent ovulation, which prevents pregnancy and changing the amount of hormones in your body can c...

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So five months ago I started taking mono Linyah bc after I had my son. The first two months were completely normal and I have my period on the week of the sugar pills. On the 3rd month I had my period on the sugar pills and then 2 weeks later I had my period again (yes a regular period needing to change tampons regularly for three days..) I started spotting a really dark brown/blackish color until my next period. Which was two weeks later when it was actually supposed to come. After that no spotting for two days. Then it was the same spotting again for a week. I haven't spotted since then. But my period is always really heavy I always bleed through a super plus tampon every two hours.. What could cause this? ## The symptoms you've described are most commonly caused by a hormonal...

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Hey Guys! So I went to the pharmacy to pick up my monthly pack of LoEstrin 24 Fe two weeks ago, only to find out that the makers of LoEstrin 24 Fe discontinued the pills and are replacing it with Minastrin 24 Fe. (I am VERY disappointed to report that I was NEVER notified of the discontinuation, as my reproductive health care is apparently not a priority of my pharmacy or my doctor). My pharmacist says it's the same pill as it is made by the same company and contains the same amount of hormones in it, the only difference is that this pill is chewable. The pharmacist then proceeded to tell me that she would be happy to fill in the prescription for me expect that since she could not get a hold of my doctor to approve the Minastrin, I could not purchase it which caused me to start my p...

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Iam jhansi am having pcod (both ovariesn in normal size).The doctor advised me to take krimson-35.My question is that is it necessary to take the tablet daily on the same time? ## Krimson 35 is actually a hormone based oral contraceptive, helping to balance the hormones in your body can sometimes help with PCOD. Learn more oral contraceptive details here. That said, you do need to take it every day, but it doesn't have to be at the exact same time, but you should make sure to keep it as close to that time as possible. Taking it early, late or missing doses could cause you to experience more side effects and it may not help with your PCOD, since it won't help balance out the hormones in your body. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Hi..I'm taking krimson35 . Everyday ...

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after delayed period over a month my doctor adviced to take deviry tablet for 05 days 02 time a day. after 07-08 day my period starts and now it is continue after 10 days. so i want to know what should i do now ## Due to my mariage,i want to prepone my periods.i have taken deviry tablet 10 mg for 5 days, twice in a day,but after 3 days i dont get my periods.what should i do? ## I had a miscarriage and I was given primolut N 3 tablets for 10 days to stop the bleeding, after the pills I got my period on the 4 day and now am on my 8th day of period and i am having brown discharge for two days it not much but is this normal as regularly my period is 6-7 days max. ## This is a hormonal supplement, so according to NIH studies, it may cause side effects, such as irregular bleeding, heavier ble...

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I recently had to have surgery to remove a ovary and tube but in the end they removed both oavaries and both tubes. Lovely menopause as soon as I'm discharged. Doctor prescribed Angeliq. I didn't feel bad before taking it just had some major hot flashes I actually felt great. I've been on Angeliq one week and feel like crap! My hands and feet are puffy and swollen, killer headaches and joint pain in my back and legs. Should I give it more time to work? Right now I'm ready to call my doc and say enough. This is gonna get expensive trying to find one that works. Mine is temporary as in 3 months she's going back in to take the uterus and cervix. She didn't during the first surgery because they needed to wait in pathology. Anyone else have these issues with Angeliq? ...

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From chilhood im not a healthy ,im 20 years old now i want to get fat and healthy,in privous i hv use a tablet " pauras jivan" .it does not give permanent fat,after the tablet finished fat also become unfat .also it has side effect.it smaller the bone.im willing to said is that plz and can u recommend me some drugs which donot have side effect and can gain fat whithin 2 week... ## Really need to be fat and gain more weight.. Any drug please cause i seriously need it.

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Hi! I have been on Minasterin FE 24 for about 1 year now. I had my normal period last month that started on the second day of the brown placebo pills. I started the white pills on the same day I started my period (meaning I didn't take 2 of the brown placebo pills). Am I at a higher risk for pregnancy this month? ## No, those are also placebo tablets, so to speak, they only contain an iron supplement to help prevent women from becoming anemic, due to their menstrual bleeding, according to FDA listings. As long you don't miss any active pills, you should be fine, but it never hurts to check for pregnancy, if you are concerned. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, PMS like symptoms, and irregular bleeding. Is there anything else...

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I had been taking Loestrin for years with no side effects then switched to Minastrin when they stopped prescribing /manufacturing Loestrin . Now taking Mibelas. I've developed alopecia and am also experiencing hair loss. The only thing that I can trace back to any kind of change is this drug. Anyone else having those types of side effects? Thx so much. ## That can be a side effect of most hormonal medications, according to FDA reports. You may also experience nausea, dizziness, headache, weight changes, and mood changes. How much hair are you losing? You might need to switch to a different contraceptive. Are you on any other medications?

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I've been taking the pill for about two months but I skipped the white and brown pills in the first pack. Now when I take the first white pill in the pack when will my period start and about how long should it last after that? ## Hello, Marisa! How are you? Your period should start within a day or two and it should be pretty short with these ones, but I can't tell you precisely how long it will last. Some women don't have periods, at all, while taking this contraceptive. The FDA lists the typical side effects of oral contraceptives as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, irritability, breakthrough bleeding and PMS like symptoms. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Hi ..i have been using trigestel pills for couple of months. .since Monday i have been taking ...

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i am 21 years old i am not getting periods regularly when pills are used periods are coming now am married what i do plz tell me ## You mentioned that 'when pills are used', your periods do come. Which type of medication are you referring to exactly? If it's any type of hormonal contraceptive, then it's probably not something that should be taken infrequently. Infrequent use of these types of medications can really throw off one's hormones, resulting in irregular and/or skipped periods for some women. On the contrary, even patients who use these medications appropriately can experience similar side effects, depending on how balanced their hormones are from the start of treatment. Hopefully this helps shed some light on why you might be experiencing such symptoms. If ...

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Hello, I have a problem of repeated periods on the 11th day after completion of my normal period cycle. I was having the same problem before 2 months and my dr. prescribed me Nevlon tablets after which i got normal periods during that time, but again after completion of the course i am facing the same problem. What would be the reason and possible solution for it? ## How long did you take the contraceptive tablets? Sometimes they need to be taken for several months, before they can help restore your normal hormonal balance to stop such bleeding. The U.S. FDA lists their typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and irritability. How long has this bleeding been occurring? Are you on any other medications? ## I need to know about the tablet to stop bleeding a...

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It is a yellow colored small tablet containing drospirenone USP 3mg + ethinyloestradiol IP 0.02mg, and excipients. ## I have been prescribed by my doctor to take dronis 20 tablet and susten 300 tablet. Can u tell me what this two tablets helps in and whether i can conceive while i have taken these two tablets. And before taking these tablet, i have regular periods but now after 10 days (over due from my normal period date) i have not got my periods. ## Whether the susten 300 tablet should be consumed or inserted ## i have been prescribed Dronis 20 tablet by doctor.and i am taking this tablet regularly after dinner.i am married so i want to know that is Dronis 20 an contraceptive pill and it prevents unwanted pregnancy or should i have to take contraceptive pills for prevent pregnancy.. ...

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I need help getting my medication. I am out of work and have very little money coming in. What or where can I go for help? I've been turned down for medicaid. ## What medication is it? I can't help you, without knowing this information. There are programs from various manufacturers that can help an uninsured person receive their medications for little, or no fee, depending on income. if you can post back with the name of the medication, I will gladly check for you to see if there are any programs available. ## I have no job. I have Kalamazoo country health plan b for insurance. There is a copay for my medication and I can't afford it. [Synthroid 50mg, Acyclovir 400mg, Celexa 40mg, Buspar 15mg, Wellbutrin 100mg] ## Be Easy Beze, Unfortunately, there aren't any programs th...

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I have been taking Lo Loestrin Fe for 4 months now and i have only had 1 peroid and that was in the first month. I have continued having weird reactions so i have chosen to stop the pill. I stopped it on a blue pill 3 days before i switched to the white. It has been 5 days now and still no period. When should I expect to get it? Pregnancy test was neg a week ago. This drug just really seems to have me messed up. Anyone have any helpfull info? Thanx! ## Have you consulted your doctor? It is difficult to say when you may start your menstrual cycle, since as you said, it clearly has your hormones messed up, somewhat. There are other hormonal contraceptives that you can try, that may work better for you. But only your doctor can help you decide that. ## Hi Jae, I got off the pill about a mo...

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My husband is coming home 10 days from now, and my period hasn't come yet; I want to be protected before he comes home. Can I use diane pills before my period? How many days does it take before it takes effect? Do we still need to use a condom after 10 days of taking the pills? Please help me. ## Hello, Sarah! How are you? According to NIH reports, you will need to take it for a full 7 days, before it will become effective at preventing pregnancy, according to NIH reports. Its typical side effects are listed as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, irritability, irregular bleeding, and PMS-like symptoms. Is there anything else I can help with? ## It is ok both primolut & diane contraceptives to take together?? for my stopping of period & awareness of pregnancy?? ##...

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I have been on Sprintec for years now and I take it regularly around 4am before I go to sleep, works best with my schedule. My boyfriend finished in me by accident and I was advised to not take Plan B and just continue taking my BC as scheduled. I am very worried I could be pregnant. But you don’t ovulate on birth control correct? Because when he finished in me it was my “ovulating day” according to my period tracker app, but since you don’t actually ovulate I tend to overlook that. any experience with anyone else? always let your significant other finish in you and don’t worry? and also about ovulating on the pill, thank you ## Yes, the intent of the pill is to prevent ovulation, that it why it is so effective at preventing pregnancy. You can find many FDA...

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I have been on Sprintec for over 10yrs now. This week I missed my pill on Thursday night and Saturday night, which was my "week 3" row. I had intercourse with my partner Tuesday night, but haven't had any since because I rather be safe then sorry. What I did was on Thursday morning when I realized I had not taken my pill the night before, I took it and then continued my schedule as always. I have been spotting because I was about to start my cycle which actually came tonight (Sunday). Tonight when I realized I had not taken my last week 3 pill the night before, I took it immediately along with my Sunday (white, sugar pill). My question is, are there any chances of me being pregnant due to this? ## Any time you miss a pill for more than 24 hours, there is a risk of pregnancy,...

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I went on oralcon a week before I was suppose to get my period as I was hoping to stop my period from coming that week. was suppose to get my period the Saturday, and started oralcon the Monday before. Started bleeding lightly today and I have been using the pill since Monday. will the bleeding stop by Saturday?