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I used metronidazole gel back in may 2022. the symptoms have returned, is it safe to use the leftover gel even though its not yet expired?

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If the cause of the problem is the same, I see no problem is using your remaining supply. The only downside is a delay of treatment if the triggering germs are different...

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 2/25/2023

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