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I had a bad reaction going off birth control pills (weight gain, acne, mood swings). is there a way to ease off them to make the transition easier?

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Dr. Milroy Samuel answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Maybe. : Mood swings, pms, can be controlled with an ssri such as zoloft (sertraline). Acne can be treated with several different options. Weight gain can be treated with exercise and nutrition. I hope this helps.

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Answered 2/6/2020

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