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Primolut N Tablet
Norethisterone (5 mg)
Primolut N Tablet is used for regulates menstrual cycles, treats irregular periods, reduces heavy bleeding.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
₹58₹5.75 per tablet
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Key details
Salt: Norethisterone (5 mg)
Available variants: tablet 10 Tablet
Best price: ₹58 (₹5.75 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: GERMAN REMEDIES
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
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
Key benefits
- Restores hormonal balance
- Effective and reversible contraception
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 adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Nausea
- Headache
- Breast tenderness
- Mood change
- Irregular bleeding
- Weight change
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately 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
| Pregnancy | Not recommended in pregnancy — it may harm the developing baby. Tell your doctor at once if you are or might be pregnant. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding. |
| Alcohol | Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it. |
| Driving | Not expected to affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | Use with caution if you have kidney disease — your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function. |
| Liver | Consult your doctor if you have liver disease. |
| Habit forming | No |
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.
Expert advice 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.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- GERMAN REMEDIES
- Therapeutic class:
- Hormonal agent
- Drug class:
- Hormone preparation
Substitutes for Primolut N Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Norethisterone (5 mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
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|---|---|---|---|
| Regestrone TabletTorrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd | tablet · 10 Tablet | ₹58 | same price |
| Smartinor 5 mg TabletWALTER BUSHNEL` | tablet · 10`S | ₹103 | 78% 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 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?
Not recommended in pregnancy — it may harm the developing baby. 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?
Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine.
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 via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Primolut N Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Norethisterone (5 mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best 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
The information on Primolut N Tablet is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Primolut N Tablet.
- 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.