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A member asked:

I have been on sprintec for 4 yrs, usually pair w/condoms(one ripped this month).take pills at the same time.period came during placebo week but very light almost non existent brown discharge.pregnant?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Take a test : If you think you might be pregnant check then check a home pregnancy test. They are cheap, reliable and available at any pharmacy. It seems very very unlikely since you are on birth control pill.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/30/2023

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Probably not: Check a home pregnancy test, if it is negative, you are not pregnant.

Dr Davis and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/25/2013

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