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What happens when i switch from a high dose bc to a low dose? i previously switched to a high dose and want to switch back to my lower dose. 35 to 20

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Spotting may occur: You may have continue spotting (breakthrough bleeding) or the lower dose regimen.

Answered 2/21/2016

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