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How would one get norethisterone to delay their period?

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Dr. Gerard Honore answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

Prescription: You would get it by prescription from your doctor. Generally you'd take it during the second half of the cycle before the one you want to delay. Do not do this without professional guidance.

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Answered 3/31/2013

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