Drug | Tablet
Norethisterone 5 mg
Treatment of abnormal uterine bleeding (dysfunctional uterine bleeding), secondary amenorrhoea, endometriosis; to postpone/shift menstruation; management of menstrual disorders such as irregular, heavy or painful periods (as prescribed).
Norethisterone is a synthetic progestin (progesterone-like hormone). It converts the proliferative endometrium to a secretory endometrium and stabilizes the uterine lining, reducing bleeding. Withdrawal of the hormone after stopping the tablets triggers a menstrual-like bleed.
Tablet for oral use. Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor; dosing depends on the condition (e.g., for period delay often started a few days before expected menses and continued as advised). Can be taken with or without food; take at the same time each day and do not stop abruptly unless advised.
Common side effects of Regestrone Tablet may include:
Use only under medical supervision. Not recommended in pregnancy; rule out pregnancy before starting for amenorrhoea/bleeding. Caution/avoid in history of thromboembolism (DVT/PE), stroke, severe liver disease, liver tumors, unexplained vaginal bleeding, hormone-dependent cancers (e.g., breast/genital tract) unless directed by a specialist. May increase risk of blood clots; seek urgent care for leg swelling/pain, chest pain, shortness of breath, severe headache or vision changes. Use caution in diabetes, hypertension, migraine, depression, and smokers, especially >35 years.
