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I take norethindrone for vaginall bleeding. if i have problems with gut absorption will it stop the pill from working and stopping the bleeding?

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Dr. John Berryman answered

Bcp ?'s: Poor absorption will theoretically cause more withdrawal bleeding, but if no withdrawal bleeding occurs during the cycle, the "birth control effect" of the bcp's is not affected.

Dr Hickerson agreed

Answered 9/10/2019

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A member asked:

I take norethindrone for vaginall bleeding. if i have problems with gut absorption will it stop the pill from working and stopping the bleeding?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Berryman answered

Dr Hickerson agreed

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