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Suggest Birth Control Pills That Do Not Cause Depression
I am a 25 year old female. i'm 5'5, 142lbs. My medical history is that I am an asthmatic and cigarettes and cat dander affect me. I am bi-polar and I am takin Lamotrigine (lamictal) 150mg twice a day. and I'm taking Celexa 20mg twice a day. i was recently put on birth control ( Loestrin Fe) and it is affecting my depression. I have also taken NuvaRing in the past and it did not work for me. Can you help me find a better effective birth control that will not cause my bi-polar symptoms to worsen? And not have continuous spotting fro the NuvaRing? Thank you. Kendra
Mon, 31 Aug 2020
Hello,
Consider using progesterone-only (mini pill) or Mirena Intrauterine device. These options do not have as much higher risk for depression and anxiety compared to combined hormonal contraceptives.
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Dr.Lekshmi Rita Venugopal
Consider using progesterone-only (mini pill) or Mirena Intrauterine device. These options do not have as much higher risk for depression and anxiety compared to combined hormonal contraceptives.
Hope this answers your question
Please address additional questions here
Regards
Dr.Lekshmi Rita Venugopal
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