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How long before period stops when first active pill is taken?

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Dr. Michael Swor answered

1-2 days: The period will usually slow and stop within 1-2 days of starting active pills.

Dr Ingram agreed

Answered 3/16/2013

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Dr. Raj Syal answered

Varies: Birh control pills do not work the same in all takers. Some have no period at all and others can have 7 day periods.

Answered 3/16/2013

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A member asked:

How long before period stops when first active pill is taken?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Michael Swor answered

Dr Ingram agreed

Dr. Raj Syal answered

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