After missing my period, testing negative with an 'i can' pregnancy test, and taking Deviry 10 mg to start my cycle, I now have very light bleeding; is this my actual period or is it a different type of vaginal bleeding? | Apollo Pharmacy

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After missing my period, testing negative with an 'i can' pregnancy test, and taking Deviry 10 mg to start my cycle, I now have very light bleeding; is this my actual period or is it a different type of vaginal bleeding?

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After missing my period, testing negative with an 'i can' pregnancy test, and taking Deviry 10 mg to start my cycle, I now have very light bleeding; is this my actual period or is it a different type of vaginal bleeding?

Asked by Female, 23 · 5 days ago

Y. Lakshmi Thulasi

Pharm-D (Post baccalaureate)

5 days ago

The light bleeding you are experiencing is likely a withdrawal bleed caused by the Deviry (medroxyprogesterone acetate) you took. This medication helps shed the uterine lining that built up while you missed your period. While it functions as your cycle's 'reset' button, this bleeding is technically a hormone-induced withdrawal bleed rather than a natural ovulatory period, which explains why it might be lighter than usual. This is a very common and expected response to the medication. Keep tracking your flow, and if the light bleeding continues for more than a few days or if you have any pain, please consult your doctor for a quick evaluation.

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