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Prescribed metrogel today but start period in two days. can it be used during cycle or should i wait?

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Dr. Sheila Calderon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Start now: It can be used but if you have heavy periods use on the days of lighter flow at bedtime.

Answered 6/6/2014

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