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A member asked:
Took generess fe for 3 months, skipped placebo n switched to gildess fe after last active pill. day 5 of new brand light bleedin?normal or not working?
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Likely normal: Anytime the placebo week is skipped, occasional spotting or light bleeding can be normal. You are still protected from pregnancy as long as you take the pill daily like instructed. Your bleeding will likely resolve in the next pack or two as you adjust.
Answered 4/21/2014
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