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I'm on low ogestrel and i'm currently on the last two inactive pills and have had some pink spotting that has turned red but very light is that normal?

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Dr. Marina Maslovaric answered

Normal: It is normal to have spotting or bleeding during the inactive pills. Typically when you start the new pack within 1-2 days on the active pill the "period" will stop.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 6/4/2013

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A member asked:

I'm on low ogestrel and i'm currently on the last two inactive pills and have had some pink spotting that has turned red but very light is that normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Marina Maslovaric answered

Dr Ali agreed

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