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12 Aug 2010
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No period - could it be the antibioartics
Sorry to bug you with this question but it looks as though the Gyno Doc is not answering
I have just finished a 10 day course of antibioartics (for bronchitus) and I am wondering if this could be the reason that my periods have not started. I am currently taking Minerva and I am already on the white pills. I know I am not pregnant.
Your advice would be appreciated.
I have just finished a 10 day course of antibioartics (for bronchitus) and I am wondering if this could be the reason that my periods have not started. I am currently taking Minerva and I am already on the white pills. I know I am not pregnant.
Your advice would be appreciated.
CyberDoc
Hallo TC
It could be. Antibiotics may inhibit the absorbtion of hormonal contraceptions, leading to lower blood levels. You may skip or have a very slight bleed. This is usually not harmful at all. A woman's risk of falling pregnant is usually higher when taking antibiotics if she doesn't take extra precautions like using condoms until she starts the next new package of pills.
Dr Bets
It could be. Antibiotics may inhibit the absorbtion of hormonal contraceptions, leading to lower blood levels. You may skip or have a very slight bleed. This is usually not harmful at all. A woman's risk of falling pregnant is usually higher when taking antibiotics if she doesn't take extra precautions like using condoms until she starts the next new package of pills.
Dr Bets
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