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A member asked:

How long after taking progesterone pills does a period start? i'm going on 15 days since last pill with no period.

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Sooner than that: The treatment in your case did not work. Bleeding usually starts 1-3 days after stopping Progesterone. You will need to contact the prescribing doctor to discuss the next steps.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 10/19/2020

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