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I started taking the contraceptive pill loestrin20 last month. on my 7day break i didn't have a period, is this normal? been having period like cramps

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Dr. John Rhoades answered

Can be: The first few cycles with birth control pills is frequently not "normal" Start the next cycle as you were instructed. If not period after 2nd cycle, then contact the DR who gave you the RX

Answered 3/20/2016

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A member asked:

I started taking the contraceptive pill loestrin20 last month. on my 7day break i didn't have a period, is this normal? been having period like cramps

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Rhoades answered

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