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I'm currently taking microgestin 1/20 & i know you can skip your period by skipping the inactive pills and starting the new pack of active pills. will this always work? i have never tried it and want to make sure my period is skipped. or is there a way to

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Dr. Rahil Malik answered

Proceed: You can continue to take the active pills to prevent your periods from coming. It is usually successful in preventing your menses but like everything in life, its not 100%. Best Wishes Dr. M

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Answered 10/11/2015

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A member asked:

I'm currently taking microgestin 1/20 & i know you can skip your period by skipping the inactive pills and starting the new pack of active pills. will this always work? i have never tried it and want to make sure my period is skipped. or is there a way to

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rahil Malik answered

Dr Kim agreed

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