Alternative Medicine/tri-sprintec

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My daughter had non stop bleeding since beginning her periods two years ago.She is on tri-sprintec and it is working to regulate her periods but I am concerned about her health. What supplements should she take to offset the damage the drug will do to her?
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Hi Deb,
There is no evidence that oral contraceptives interfere with the absorption of nutrients or deplete nutrients. There is no specific supplemet required by women taking oral contraceptives. A multivitamin with mineral supplemet and a balanced diet would be adequate. Smoking should be avoided when taking oral contraceptives as it puts the person at risk for developing thrombosis.
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Eric Brandt, B.Sc. Pharm

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