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Is Delayed Menstruation Possible While Using Metronidazole?

hi, i have my menstrual on the 26 of December and i have had a regular period every 21 days. I am now 4 days late. I have had sex but i know that we havent done anything that i might become pregnant. I have been sick and was on antibiotics for bronchitis and had a yeast infection where i was taking Metronidazole would this affect my delayed period.
Tue, 28 Aug 2018
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Hi,

Metronidazole usually does not cause delayed periods or menstrual irregularities. It could be due to something else and if the periods gets persistently irregular, you can consult with a gynecologist and get evaluated.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,     
Dr. Shinas Hussain
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Is Delayed Menstruation Possible While Using Metronidazole?

Hi, Metronidazole usually does not cause delayed periods or menstrual irregularities. It could be due to something else and if the periods gets persistently irregular, you can consult with a gynecologist and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain