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If I had loose stool right after taking my birth control pill would it be rendered ineffective?

By Anonymous July 22, 2015 - 12:17pm
 
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I took my birth control pill around 10 a.m. today and within 10-15 minutes I had loose stool, not watery diarrhea. Would this mean my pill was not absorbed?

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Hey, thanks for the info! I think the upset stomach was more of a side effect from what I had for breakfast as I was feeling a little yucky before having my pill.

July 22, 2015 - 6:01pm
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Hi Anon,

Thank you for your question.

Diarrhea/ loose stools is not a normal side effect. Please go get checked out by your doctor. Stop taking the pill and use other birth control methods until you and your doctor come up with a plan of action.

As for the absorption here is more information:

Does Diarrhea Affecting Birth Control Absorption?

Be well, ~Gillette

July 22, 2015 - 1:36pm
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