Norethisterone
- A period delay treatment
- Contains a synthetic form of the hormone progesterone
- Delay period for up to 17 days
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Norethisterone Prices
| Strength | 30 tablets | 60 tablets |
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| 5 mg | £17.99 | £28.99 |
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Prices include free private prescription. |
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Treatment Information
Overview
Buy norethisterone period delay tablets online
You can buy norethisterone tablets online from our UK-registered pharmacy. Fill out our online medical assessment and our doctors will review it. If approved, we will send your medicine by next-day delivery.
About norethisterone period delay tablets
Norethisterone tablets is a medicine used by women to effectively delay periods for up to 17 days. This period delay tablet contains a type of female hormone, called progesterone that is used for contraception or to treat hormone related conditions such menopause.
Also, norethisterone tablets can:
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Prevent or lessen menstrual cycle problems
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Ease period pain
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Help with heavy periods
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Help manage breast cancer and uterus tissue growth symptoms
Norethisterone Summary Information
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Type of medicine |
Period delay treatment |
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Use |
Makes periods regular, treats heavy period bleed and helps to manage uterus tissue growth symptoms. |
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How it works |
Copies the effects of the hormone progesterone. |
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Active Ingredient |
Norethisterone |
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Available strengths |
5mg |
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Side effects |
Changes in vaginal discharge, spotting, unusual vaginal bleeding, dizziness, sore breasts and stomach problems. |
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Generic |
Yes |
This table is for information only. Talk to a doctor or nurse before starting any period delay treatment.
How does norethisterone work?
Norethisterone tablets act like progesterone. They delay your period by pausing the shedding of the womb lining. Bleeding starts when you stop taking the tablets and you're due to start your menstrual period.
Does norethisterone interact with other drugs?
Before you start any new medicine, speak to your doctor or pharmacist. They need to know about any medicine you're taking, have recently taken or might take. This information can affect whether the new medicine is right for you.
For example, norethisterone may react with these drugs:
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Epilepsy medicine (e.g. phenytoin, carbamazepine)
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Antibiotics (e.g. tetracyclines, rifampicin, co-trimoxazole)
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Antivirals for treating HIV (e.g. ritonavir, nelfinavir)
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Anti-cancer medicine
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Herbal medicine that contains St John’s wort
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Aminoglutethimide, for treating Cushing's syndrome
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Ciclosporin, for suppressing the immune system
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NSAIDs such as ibuprofen
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Medicine for high blood pressure
Alternatives to norethisterone tablets for period delay
Provera can also delay your period. There are some differences between the 2 medicines.
The combined contraceptive pill Microgynon is another option. To delay your period, you must take Microgynon for 2 months. Also remember to take 2 packs of your pill back to back. Make sure you don’t have a 7-day pill-free period or use your inactive mini pill.
Paitent Information Leaflet
Always read the patient information leaflet before starting your treatment. The patient information can be found here.
Directions
How should I take norethisterone period-delay pills?
To delay your period, take 1 norethisterone 5mg tablet 3 times a day. Start taking norethisterone 3 days before your period is due. The notes that come with the tablets will tell you how to use them. Also, you can ask your doctor for advice or contact our expert team at Click online pharmacy.
How long can I take norethisterone for?
At Click Pharmacy, you can get a maximum of 60 tablets of norethisterone. This can cause a period delay of up to 17 days. If you need to delay your period for a shorter time, you'll need fewer tablets. Norethisterone tablets are not for regular use. You should not ask for them more than once every 3 to 4 months. If you need them more often or need to delay your period for more than 17 days, talk to your GP.
Cautions
Side effects of norethisterone
Norethisterone has various potential side effects. Some are more serious than others.
Common but less serious side effects:
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Changes in vaginal discharge
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Spotting
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Unusual vaginal bleeding
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Feeling dizzy and confused
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Sore breasts
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Stomach problems
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Changes to your sight
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Feeling tired
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Water retention
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Dry mouth
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Changes in appetite
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Liver problems
- Changes in sex drive
Less common but more serious side effects:
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Wheezing
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Feeling faint
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Skin rash
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Swelling of hands or feet
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Trouble breathing
- Facial swelling
Remember that norethisterone is not a contraceptive. If you get any of the more serious side effects, stop taking it straight away. These are symptoms of blood clots.
Warnings to look out for when taking norethisterone
Be aware of the following:
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Norethisterone may have side effects. It may also cause changes to your periods. For example, you may get spotting, headaches or irregular periods.
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Consult your doctor straight away if you get severe side effects that don’t go away quickly.
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If you have breast cancer, liver disease, liver tumours or unusual vaginal bleeding, do not take norethisterone.
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Don’t use norethisterone to delay your periods long term.
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You may get side effects, e.g. blood-clotting problems, low cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes or depression.
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Don't overdose on norethisterone. This may cause vomiting, nausea, vaginal bleeding or breast growth.
Faq
Will norethisterone prevent pregnancy?
No. Norethisterone is not a form of contraception. To avoid getting pregnant while taking norethisterone, use an effective form of birth control. For example, consider taking an oral contraceptive pill.
When will I get another period?
Once you stop taking norethisterone, you'll typically start your period again in 2 to 3 days. However, this can vary. Talk to your doctor if your period doesn't come back within a week.