Question 1

what are some over-the-counter drugs i can take to stop my period temporarily? i'm 18.

Accepted Answer

None: There are no over the counter drugs available that i know of that can stop your period temporarily.  Speak to your healthcare provider about this issue and see if you're eligible to take the birth control pill.

Question 2

drug to stop period in gynacology?

Accepted Answer

Periods...: Who needs them? There are many contraceptive options that will stop you from having periods, such as taking birth control pills without the placebo week, or an injectable such as depo-provera. Planned parenthood or your gynecologist can help you pick the best option for you.

Question 3

i had 3weeks period now what medicine should i take to stop...

Accepted Answer

Ob-Gyn Dr. can help: For a prolonged menstrual period, especially a heavy prolonged period, a primary care doctor or an ob-gyn can help. The doctor can evaluate to see what the cause might be. Treatment options may include hormonal therapy (birth control pills or depoprovera shot).

Question 4

how can i temporarily stop my period?

Accepted Answer

Birth control pills: You can take birth control pills continuously and safely stop your period, check with your doctor to see if this is an option for you. The pills thin the lining of the uterus and if taken correctly, can be taken for an extended period of time to stop periods.

Question 5

is there a quick way to temporarily stop my period?

Accepted Answer

Sorry: There is no quick way to stop your period. With the help of your doctor, you could have your period stopped or at least decreased. But, it usually take a few cycles.

Question 6

how come using tampons temporarily stop my period?

Accepted Answer

A tampon does not: Stop your period. The absorption of blood prevents it from bleeding externally and may give the impression the bleeding has temporarily ceased.

Question 7

can plan b be used to stop your period temporarily?

Accepted Answer

Not recommended: Plan b's side effect is delayed period; however, you should not be using it to stop having periods, as that is not its indication for use.  Talk to your doctor about using standard birth control pills in a manner that would stop periods.

Question 8

please tell me what can i take to stop my period temporarily?

Accepted Answer

Birth control pills?: There are ways to do this if you are taking birth control pills.    If not, its difficult to do.

Question 9

can anyone tell me what can i take to stop my period temporarily?

Accepted Answer

Stopping period: If you wish to stop your menses, start taking oral contraceptives on day 4-5 of your cycle, and take the active pills only until you wish to resume your cycles.  See your gyn provider prior to starting oral bcp's, as there are some who should not take them.

Question 10

i'm 19 i haven't got my period since may i have been doing drugs can the stop my period ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: any substance that has that kind of damaging effect on your body can do harm so stop the drugs and get some help your period should return unless you got pregnant so do a preg test too

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What are some over-the-counter drugs i can take to stop my period temporarily? i'm 18.

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How can i temporarily stop my period?

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Is there a quick way to temporarily stop my period?

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How come using tampons temporarily stop my period?

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Can plan b be used to stop your period temporarily?

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