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I took high doses of advil (ibuprofen) for about 5 days to stop my period. i've stopped taking advil (ibuprofen) for a couple days now, but my period isn't coming back.
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Okay: Advil, (ibuprofen) to my knowledge, has never stopped a period, though it can lessen bleeding by up to 30%. I think your period is just over and won't return for another cycle. I'm glad you found relief using advil (ibuprofen). It's the best NSAID to take for cramping and period pain.
Answered 12/17/2020
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