It's not uncommon to have some bleeding and spotting between periods. This is sometimes called “breakthrough” bleeding and usually occurs during the first few months of use. However, about one-third of women who use Lo Loestrin Fe had breakthrough bleeding that continued after one year of use.

Many women have spotting or light bleeding or may feel nauseous during the first 3 months of taking the pill. If you do feel sick, do not stop taking the pill. The problem will usually go away. If it does not go away, check with your doctor or clinic.

2 white, hexagonal tablets that contain just 10 mcg ethinyl estradiol (an estrogen). 2 brown, round tablets containing 75 mg ferrous fumarate (iron). These pills are non-hormonal and are not involved in preventing pregnancy.

LOLO is a birth control pill. It is considered to be a combination oral contraceptive. This is because it contains two female sex hormones: norethindrone acetate and ethinyl estradiol. LOLO has been shown to be effective in preventing pregnancy when taken as prescribed by your healthcare professional.

Yes, it's normal. Spotting, also called irregular bleeding or breakthrough bleeding, typically happens during the first few months of taking a new birth control pill. It may take time for your body to adjust to the new hormone levels.

Breakthrough bleeding happens more often in women who smoke cigarettes and in women who don't take their birth control pills consistently. Some medications, like emergency contraception pills, also can cause irregular bleeding. Having certain infections, such as chlamydia or gonorrhea, also can increase risk.

Spotting on the pill is likely to occur in the first 6 months of starting hormonal birth control. If it occurs after this time or there are symptoms of infection, it is best to speak with a doctor for further evaluation.

The blue tablets contain both norethindrone acetate and ethinyl estradiol, the white tablets contains ethinyl estradiol only and the lilac tablet contains no active medication. This medication can be taken with food or on an empty stomach. For it to be most effective, it needs to be taken at the same time every day.

Summary. To skip a period using birth control, take the three weeks of hormone-containing pills, then skip the week of placebo pills. Start a new pack of pills instead. It is safe to skip this "period" if you want to.

Lo Loestrin Fe increases the risk of serious conditions including blood clots, stroke, and heart attack. These can be life-threatening or lead to permanent disability.

Overall, alcohol has not been found to reduce or change the efficacy of birth control; however, it's important to remember that alcohol can impair a person's judgement and may alter behavior as a result. This may interfere with any form of birth control that requires consistent compliance and consumption.

It may simply take time for your body to adjust to the hormones in the pill or for your uterus to transition to a thinner lining (endometrium). You're more likely to experience breakthrough bleeding if you: Miss a pill. Start a new medication, such as certain antibiotics, or take supplements, such as St.