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Does Sprintec Medication Cause Side Effects?

I am thinking about going off of my Sprintec birth control. I was just wondering what the potential side effects may be and also what I can expect with my menstrual cycle once I stop. I have had a great experience with this pill and am nervous going off of it will mess me all up!
posted on Mon, 24 Aug 2015
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Hi

Birth control pills contains hormone and cannot be taken for very long duration due to the various side effects.Stopping the drug may cause spotting or delayed periods or heavy bleeding which differs from person to person.

It is essential to complete the full course of pills before stopping. Stopping the pills mid pack can cause delayed periods or abdominal cramps.

After stopping the drug,once your body adjusts to hormone levels,regular cycles will occur.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr.Saranya Ramadoss, General and Family Physician
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Does Sprintec Medication Cause Side Effects?

Hi Birth control pills contains hormone and cannot be taken for very long duration due to the various side effects.Stopping the drug may cause spotting or delayed periods or heavy bleeding which differs from person to person. It is essential to complete the full course of pills before stopping. Stopping the pills mid pack can cause delayed periods or abdominal cramps. After stopping the drug,once your body adjusts to hormone levels,regular cycles will occur. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards Dr.Saranya Ramadoss, General and Family Physician