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I was advised to take duphaston twice a day for 5 days. is it best to take it before meal or after meal?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Either way: Progesterone can be taken whenever you like. It does not have to be taken before or after meals

Answered 2/24/2018

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Dr. Charles Turck answered

Specializes in Pharmacology

Duphaston: You can take Duphaston with or without food. It will not affect the medication at all.

Answered 2/25/2018

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A member asked:

I was advised to take duphaston twice a day for 5 days. is it best to take it before meal or after meal?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Dr. Charles Turck answered

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