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Can Mononessa cause acne?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on April 5, 2024.

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Mononessa can cause acne in some people and then a few people find it helps clear their acne.

With these hormonal birth control pills they can affect people differently.

If acne becomes worse or persists then please see your doctor and they'll be able to help you change to another birth control.

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