Can Gardasil postpone my period?
On One Hand: An Unreported Side EffectAccording to the official Food and Drug Administration (FDA) information from Drugs.com regarding Gardasil’s side effects and clinical studies, the vaccination used to prevent cervical cancer and genital warts in women does not postpone a woman’s period. Also, the Centers for Disease Control’s adverse reaction reporting system does not have any reports of a postponed period listed in either serious or nonserious adverse events for Gardasil.On the Other: Blood Clots and Unknown Side EffectsDrugs.com does warn against taking the Gardasil vaccination if a history of blood clots or bleeding exists. It is important to note that many birth control products such as Ocella or Nuva Ring carry blood clotting as a possible side effect. This suggests the effect that both Gardasil and birth control drugs have on bleeding may possibly carry over to postponing a woman’s period. Also, Drugs.com states that not all side effects are listed or known.Bottom LineNo doc
