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Hi i am on the pill (stediril 30) can i make my period come early by skipping the last three active pills? i do not want delay it

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: I am not sure why you would want to do that but that would work. If you stop taking the active pills that should trigger a withdrawal bleed.

Dr Ingram and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/29/2022

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