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A member asked:

I am on lamictal and on birth control. i started spotting and i'm supposed to get my period next week. does this mean my bc is not working properly?

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Dr. Indravadan Gatiwala answered

Specializes in Neurology

Spoting: birth control pills may not work as well while you are using Lamictal. Lamictal might affect your hormonal birth control. if you notice any unusual vaginal bleeding or spotting. , please contact you doctor to check and talk with your doctor about the use of effective birth control methods.

Answered 11/28/2015

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Apri b.c. since June. Works perfectly for me. Started lamotrigine in Oct. First cycle since, seems to have altered the birth control. Is that possible? started my period today. still have 3 active pills to take. Normally get period 4th inactive pill?

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