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I was taking doxycycline for acne and birth control. i missed one of my pills. now i have a missed period and cramping. could i be pregnant ?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Possible: But unlikely. Doxycycline should not alter your BC protection and missing 1 pill is generally not a huge risk. Do a pregnancy test but your symptoms may be related to a late period. If still no period in 1 week, repeat the pregnancy test again and see your doctor. All the best.

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Answered 12/11/2015

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A member asked:

I was taking doxycycline for acne and birth control. i missed one of my pills. now i have a missed period and cramping. could i be pregnant ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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