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Can i use tampons while taking flagyl pills for bv i also wanted to add i'm almost finish taking the medication i take my last dose monday morning?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Vaginitis: Yes. Of course. There is nothing about managing your menses and the treatment you are taking for vaginitis.

Answered 12/19/2017

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