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I am taking orth tri cyclen lo and have been prescribed metronidazole vaginal gel 0 75. will this topical cream affect my birth control?
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Metrogel effects BCP: It is unlikely that the Metrogel will have an effect on your birth control pills.
Answered 7/30/2014
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