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Does metoprolol affect birth control or cause irregular periods? have had a longer stopping/restarting period this cycle. im on sprintec birth control

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Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

No: Metoprolol is used to reduce your blood pressure but has no known effects on your period.

Answered 9/25/2014

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A member asked:

Does metoprolol affect birth control or cause irregular periods? have had a longer stopping/restarting period this cycle. im on sprintec birth control

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

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