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October 6th, 2006
I started taking citalopram (a ssri) about 5 weeks ago for an anxiety disorder. I am also on birth control pills. The problem is that i hardly got my last period and what was there was very light, lasted only a day and was a couple of days later than usual. I have never missed a period and I always get my period at the same time every month. I am definately not pregnant. I read the leaflet that comes with the medication and it says that one of the side effects can be changes to your menstrual periods. I am just wondering if this is anything to be worried about? Or will it rectify itself?
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replied October 10th, 2006
Anxiety & Stress Answer A1604
There is nothing to worry about if the bleeding is not in larger amounts than it was previously. You should continue taking birth control pills according to the prescription, no matter the change in the cycle. The same goes for the SSRI. If you start getting heavier vaginal bleeding, then you should consult your gynecologist.
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