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Normal to feel pms (or in my, case withdrawal bleed symptoms) even before you finish a pack of coc pills? no late/missed pills +still a few pills left

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

During placebo: When you switch to the last 7 pills (placebo) then there is a hormone withdrawal. This can trigger PMS for some. Some brands are made with 24 active and only 4 inactive to help with PMS. Consider changing to this or to an extended cycle or continuous birth control pill.

Dr Hodge agreed

Answered 8/7/2016

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A member asked:

Normal to feel pms (or in my, case withdrawal bleed symptoms) even before you finish a pack of coc pills? no late/missed pills +still a few pills left

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Dr Hodge agreed

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