Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Could Bleeding After Stopping Sprintec Be Withdrawal Bleeding?
I am 25 y/o, 5'2, 125lb and no health hx problems. My question is about the birth control pill, Sprintec. I stopped taking it in the middle of the third week, was not sexually active during that week, the week before, or the week after, but experienced bleeding. Is it withdrawal from the pill, and when should i expect my next period?
posted on
Fri, 14 Mar 2014
Medically reviewed by
Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team
Fri, 23 Oct 2020
Answered on
Thu, 29 Oct 2020
Last reviewed on
Hello,
After stopping intake of contraceptive pills you will get withdrawal bleeding in 3-4 weeks. Yes, most likely you are getting withdrawal bleeding. Your normal menstrual periods should come back by itself in the following month.
The natural period can be longer and heavier. You are suggested to avoid addictions if any. Stay away from anxiety and stress, take adequate rest and sleep. Stay well hydrated, take home made food rich in minerals and protein.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
After stopping intake of contraceptive pills you will get withdrawal bleeding in 3-4 weeks. Yes, most likely you are getting withdrawal bleeding. Your normal menstrual periods should come back by itself in the following month.
The natural period can be longer and heavier. You are suggested to avoid addictions if any. Stay away from anxiety and stress, take adequate rest and sleep. Stay well hydrated, take home made food rich in minerals and protein.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
I find this answer helpful
Note: Revert back with your gynae reports to get a clear medical analysis by our expert Gynecologic Oncologist. Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Combined oral contraceptive pill
Loading Online Doctors....