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I'm using implanon birth control. since taking an antibiotic i've been having a cycle every other week. before this it's been 2 years. shouldconcerned?

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Dr. Mike Moore answered

Yes.: First of all, you shouldn't relay on Implanon being effective for birth control if you have been on an antibiotic. Your cycles should settle down a month or so after finishing your antibiotic, if it doesn't, or if you develop fever, pelvic pain, or additional bleeding see your doctor.

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Answered 6/25/2014

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A member asked:

I'm using implanon birth control. since taking an antibiotic i've been having a cycle every other week. before this it's been 2 years. shouldconcerned?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mike Moore answered

Dr Eitner and another doctor agreed

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