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Dr put me on aygestin (norethindrone) 5mg 2x day for 5 days to bring on period. last pill was 2 days ago. when should i expect my period?

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After finishing 5 da: Your period will come after finishing the 5 days within anywhere from 1to 3days after in most cases.

Answered 12/10/2013

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