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I have been on trinessa (norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol) bcp for a month now. and my period is very heavy while cramps are painful. i've been on my period 5 days now. is this normal?

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Dr. Chevies Newman answered

It takes several: Months to become regulated. We give 3-4 months. Make sure u use aleve (naproxen) 2 twice a day when prior to the pill free days. You have made it through the first month, they will eventually improve. Gd luc.

Answered 4/26/2013

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A member asked:

I have been on trinessa (norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol) bcp for a month now. and my period is very heavy while cramps are painful. i've been on my period 5 days now. is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Chevies Newman answered

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