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How long is it supposed to it take for ocella (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) birth control to help with acne?

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Dr. Otto Placik answered

IF effective, 3 wks: If this is hormonally responsive acne, then you may see some changes in 3 weeks.

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Answered 8/15/2013

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