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A 20-year-old female asked:

Is ortho tri cyclen (ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate) lo suppossed to be like a "lower" dose of hormones? if so, when i go off it in future will acne return?

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Hormones: Hormones are not often associated with acne. If you are concerned about acne make an appointment to see a dermatologist.

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I used tri sprintec for birth control, today my pharmacy switched me to tri previfem (norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol). I mostly use it for acne and to regulate my period. Is this going to affect it?

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