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Just switched to generic bc last month, had breakthrough bleeding for a few days and then period and this month too. norm? sex. active always w condom

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Dr. Mary Vanko answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Breakthrough bleed: It takes up to 3 months for break through bleeding to resolve. Your pills are designed to prevent pregnancy.

Dr Hodge agreed

Answered 7/25/2016

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A member asked:

Just switched to generic bc last month, had breakthrough bleeding for a few days and then period and this month too. norm? sex. active always w condom

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mary Vanko answered

Dr Hodge agreed

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