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I took antibiotics two weeks ago. now experiencing breakthrough bleeding which i've never had on this bc pill. is it from antibiotics? solution?

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It is probably: from the antibiotics..They can alter the effectiveness of the pill. See if your symptoms don't resolve in a few days. If not,see your Dr.

Answered 5/4/2016

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