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A member asked:

Which birth control pill is better to stop periods,,,is it seasonale or lybrel or any other medicine?? thanks...

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Depends: If you take oral contraceptives continuously, you may be able to stop your menses. Both of the oc's you mentioned can be used in this way. See a Provider to find out how to do this safely.

Dr Kamnani agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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