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I have been spotting on ocella (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) ocp's for over a week now. how long does it typically last?

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Dr. Jumnah Thanapathy answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

3 months: If you are a new start you can expect to have irregular bleeding for up to 3 months.

Dr Ferdowsi agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I have been spotting on ocella (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) ocp's for over a week now. how long does it typically last?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jumnah Thanapathy answered

Dr Ferdowsi agreed

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