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Primolut N Tablet

Norethisterone (5 mg)

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Primolut N Tablet is used for regulates menstrual cycles, treats irregular periods, reduces heavy bleeding.

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Key details

Salt: Norethisterone (5 mg)
Available variants: tablet 10 Tablet
Price: ₹58 (₹5.75 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: GERMAN REMEDIES

Ordering notes

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Primolut N Tablet in Bangladesh

10 brands registered in Bangladesh with the same salt, strength and form.

  • EthinorEskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Narayanganj
  • Feminor 5The ACME Laboratories Ltd.
  • MenogiaAdvanced Chemical Industries PLC.
  • MenoralSquare Pharmaceuticals PLC, Pabna
  • NorestinNuvista Pharma PLC.
  • NorethisteroneBeximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
  • NormensRenata PLC
  • NoteronIncepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (Dhamrai Unit)
  • Reguset TabletDrug International Ltd., Gopalpur
  • RemensPopular Pharmaceuticals PLC

Brand names differ between countries. Ask a pharmacist or your doctor in Bangladesh before switching. We don't sell or ship these brands. Source: Directorate General of Drug Administration, Bangladesh.

Composition of Primolut N Tablet

Primolut N Tablet contains Norethisterone (5 mg). It belongs to the Hormone preparation class of medicines.

Uses of Primolut N Tablet

  • Regulates menstrual cycles
  • Treats irregular periods
  • Reduces heavy bleeding

Benefits of Primolut N Tablet

In Hormonal disorders
Primolut N replaces, blocks or balances a hormone the body is making too little or too much of, correcting the symptoms that imbalance causes.
In Fertility treatment
Primolut N supports ovulation or prepares the body for pregnancy, as one step in the treatment plan your fertility specialist has made.
In Hormone replacement
Primolut N replaces hormones the body no longer produces, relieving symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats and dryness after the menopause.
In Contraception
Primolut N prevents pregnancy reliably when taken as directed, and often makes periods lighter, more regular and less painful.

How Primolut N Tablet works

Norethisterone supplies or adjusts a hormone so that the body's own balance is restored.

How to take Primolut N Tablet

Take one tablet daily, with or without food. Follow your doctor's instructions.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine may cause nausea, vomiting and withdrawal bleeding. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Primolut N Tablet

Most side effects of Primolut N are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:

  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Breast tenderness
  • Mood change
  • Irregular bleeding
  • Weight change

Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Primolut N Tablet

AlcoholCAUTION
Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it.
PregnancyUNSAFE
Not recommended in pregnancy. It may harm the developing baby, so tell your doctor at once if you are or might be pregnant.
Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
DrivingSAFE
Not expected to affect your ability to drive.
KidneyCAUTION
Use with caution if you have kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function.
LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Consult your doctor if you have liver disease.

Warnings and precautions

Take a hormonal medicine at the same time every day; the effect depends on a steady level. Seek urgent care for sudden chest pain, breathlessness, severe headache, weakness on one side, or pain and swelling in a calf — hormone preparations can raise the risk of clots. Tell your doctor if you smoke, have migraine with aura, high blood pressure, or a family history of clots or breast cancer, before starting. Report any unusual or heavy vaginal bleeding to your doctor.

Do not take Primolut N if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with a history of blood clots, certain hormone-sensitive cancers, or active liver disease. Several are contraindicated in pregnancy.

Interactions with other medicines

Rifampicin, several anti-epileptics and St John's wort make hormonal contraception unreliable. Tell your doctor about every medicine, supplement and herbal product you take.

How to store Primolut N Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Quick tips for Primolut N Tablet

  • Set a daily alarm if you take it for contraception.
  • Keep your review appointments.
  • Blood pressure and other checks matter on long-term hormones.

People taking Primolut N are often asked to check these from time to time. Your doctor decides which and how often.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:
GERMAN REMEDIES
Therapeutic class:
Hormonal agent
Drug class:
Hormone preparation

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Regestrone TabletTorrent Pharmaceuticals Ltdtablet · 10 Tablet₹58same price
Smartinor 5 mg TabletWALTER BUSHNEL`tablet · 10`S₹10378% more
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Primolut N Tablet FAQs

What is Primolut N Tablet used for?
Primolut N Tablet is commonly used for regulates menstrual cycles, treats irregular periods, reduces heavy bleeding. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Primolut N Tablet?
Hormonal disorders: Primolut N replaces, blocks or balances a hormone the body is making too little or too much of, correcting the symptoms that imbalance causes. It is also used for fertility treatment, hormone replacement, contraception.
What is the salt in Primolut N Tablet?
Primolut N Tablet contains Norethisterone (5 mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Primolut N Tablet?
Take one tablet daily, with or without food. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Primolut N Tablet work?
Norethisterone supplies or adjusts a hormone so that the body's own balance is restored.
Is Primolut N Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Primolut N Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Primolut N Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Primolut N are Nausea, Headache, Breast tenderness, Mood change, Irregular bleeding. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Primolut N Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Primolut N Tablet is not recommended in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Primolut N.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Primolut N Tablet?
Limit alcohol while taking Primolut N Tablet; it can worsen the side effects.
What if I miss a dose of Primolut N Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Primolut N Tablet habit forming?
No. Primolut N Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Primolut N Tablet?
Regestrone Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹58 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Primolut N Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Primolut N Tablet starts at ₹58 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 10 Tablet. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Primolut N Tablet?
Primolut N Tablet is manufactured by GERMAN REMEDIES. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Primolut N Tablet delivered?
Primolut N Tablet is delivered across India from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.

Primolut N Tablet, Quick facts

Salt
Norethisterone (5 mg)
Form
tablet
Price
₹58 (₹5.75 per tablet)
Prescription
Required (Rx)
Brand
GERMAN REMEDIES
Manufacturer
GERMAN REMEDIES
Therapeutic class
Hormonal agent
Drug class
Hormone preparation
Habit forming
No
Variants
tablet 10 Tablet
Delivery
Standard across India

References

Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.

  1. PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
  2. CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
  3. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
  4. National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
  5. Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Primolut N Tablet.
  6. World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.

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Safety disclaimer

Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.