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Can Any Doctor Prescribe A One Time Norethindrone To Delay Periods ?

Will a doctor likely prescribe a one time usage of norethindrone to delay a period for convenience sake?
Mon, 2 Jan 2012
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Hi;
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Norethindrone is a progestogen which can be used for delay of period.For postponement of menstruation you should start the tablets atleast 5 days prior to expected date of period.
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