Norethisterone
About Norethisterone
Norethisterone belongs to the class of medicines called progestogens used to treat heavy, painful, or irregular periods, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and endometriosis. Additionally, Norethisterone may be used in the treatment of breast cancer. Endometriosis is a disorder in which the uterus's tissue lining (endometrium) grows on the ovaries, bowel, or tissues lining the pelvis. The most common symptom is pelvic pain.
Norethisterone contains Norethisterone that works by mimicking the activity of the natural hormone progesterone. Thereby, it restores hormone levels in the body and regulates the growth and shedding of the womb lining. Thus, it helps to treat menstrual disorders.
Take Norethisterone as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Norethisterone for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience unusual vaginal bleeding or spotting, dizziness, dry mouth, constipation, nausea, diarrhea, headache, breast pain, and tenderness. Most of these side effects of Norethisterone do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to Norethisterone or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Norethisterone is not recommended for pregnant women as it may harm the unborn baby. If you are breastfeeding, consult a doctor before taking Norethisterone. It is advised to use effective non-hormonal contraceptives such as condoms to avoid pregnancy while taking Norethisterone. You are advised to stop smoking while taking Norethisterone as it may increase the risk of adverse effects.
Uses of Norethisterone
Medicinal Benefits
Norethisterone contains Norethisterone, a synthetic hormone that mimics the activity of the natural hormone progesterone. Thereby, it restores hormone levels in the body and regulates the growth and shedding of the womb lining. Thus, it helps to treat menstrual disorders.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Norethisterone
- Unusual vaginal bleeding or spotting
- Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Breast pain and tenderness
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Endometriosis: It is a disorder in which the tissue lining the uterus (endometrium) grows on the ovaries, bowel, or tissues lining the pelvis. The most common symptom is pelvic pain. Other symptoms of endometriosis include lower back pain, painful periods, heavy menstrual bleeding, pain following sexual intercourse, or discomfort with bowel movements.
FAQs
Norethisterone contains Norethisterone, a synthetic hormone that works by mimicking the activity of the natural hormone progesterone. Thereby, it restores hormone levels in the body and regulates the growth and shedding of the womb lining. Thus, it helps to treat menstrual disorders.
Norethisterone may be used to delay periods. Norethisterone keeps progesterone levels high and prevents shedding of the womb lining. However, please consult a doctor before using Norethisterone.
Norethisterone may increase the risk of a blood clot in the veins of the leg, especially if you are overweight, smoking, or have a history of a blood clot in the lungs or veins, repeated miscarriage or have major surgery, serious injury, or systemic lupus erythematosus (autoimmune disease). Therefore, please inform your doctor if you have any of these conditions before taking Norethisterone.
You are not recommended to take Norethisterone with rifampicin as it may decrease the levels of Norethisterone in blood and reduce its effectiveness. However, please consult a doctor before taking Norethisterone with other medicines.
Periods usually resume within 3 days of discontinuing Norethisterone. However, please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.
Norethisterone may cause changes in blood sugar levels. Therefore, it is advised to regularly monitor blood sugar levels while taking Norethisterone and inform your doctor if you have diabetes before taking Norethisterone.