Norethisterone Tablets are a synthetic progestogen (progestin) hormone used to manage menstrual and hormonal-related conditions.

Here are the key details:

• Main Uses:

  • Delay of menstruation for special occasions or medical reasons.

  • Treatment of irregular menstrual cycles or heavy menstrual bleeding.

  • Management of endometriosis symptoms.

  • Sometimes used in hormone replacement therapy or contraception (in combination with other hormones).

• How It Works:

  • Norethisterone mimics the natural hormone progesterone.

  • It regulates the menstrual cycle, reduces uterine lining growth, and can delay or suppress bleeding.

• Administration:

  • Taken orally, usually 1–3 times daily, depending on the purpose and doctor’s instructions.

  • To delay periods, it is typically started several days before the expected menstruation and continued until desired.

• Common Side Effects:

  • Nausea, bloating, breast tenderness, headache, or mild mood changes.

  • Changes in menstrual flow or spotting between periods.

• Serious Concerns:

  • Risk of blood clots, especially in women with a history of thrombosis or other risk factors.

  • May affect liver function or cause jaundice in rare cases.

  • Severe allergic reactions are very rare but possible.

• Precautions:

  • Avoid in women with a history of blood clots, stroke, heart disease, or liver disease.

  • Inform the doctor about other medications, especially hormonal therapy, anticoagulants, or liver-metabolized drugs.

  • Not recommended during pregnancy or suspected pregnancy.

  • Regular monitoring may be needed if used long-term.

• Storage: Store at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.

👉 Norethisterone is often used for short-term menstrual management or cycle regulation, and while generally safe, it requires medical supervision due to possible clotting risks.