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A member asked:

Does metronidazole (flagyl) decrease the effectiveness of mirena (levonorgestrel) iud?

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Dr. Miguel Cano answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

No: Flagyl is used most commonly for vaginal bacterial vaginosis (bv) in both oral pill form and vaginal cream. Neither interfere with the effectiveness of Mirena (levonorgestrel) for birth control. No worries.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/29/2022

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