Norethisterone

Delay your period with Norethisterone 5mg tablets

Wockhardt pack of 30 norethisterone 5mg oral tablets
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10 day course

30 tablet(s) / 5 mg - £18.00

20 day course

60 tablet(s) / 5 mg - £22.00

30 day course

90 tablet(s) / 5 mg - £29.00


Frequently asked questions

How long will I bleed after taking norethisterone?

After you have stopped taking norethisterone, most people experience a bleed similar to a period bleed within a few days. You may notice some changes to your menstrual cycle after you stop taking norethisterone, but these should settle down and return to normal.

Why am I not getting my period after stopping norethisterone?

If you have not had a period within 3 days of stopping norethisterone, speak to your doctor. Norethisterone is not a contraceptive, so it won’t protect you from getting pregnant.

How long after taking norethisterone can I get pregnant?

You can get pregnant as soon as you stop taking norethisterone. Norethisterone is not a contraceptive, so it does not prevent pregnancy. Once you stop taking norethisterone your menstrual cycle should resume as normal and you should be able to get pregnant.

Can I take norethisterone while pregnant?

No, norethisterone must not be taken while you are pregnant as it could affect the development of your baby. If you think there may be a chance that you could be pregnant, you must not take norethisterone.

How long can you take norethisterone for?

You can take norethisterone for up to 30 days to delay your period.

Can you take norethisterone and the pill together?

No, you should not take norethisterone if you are already taking the combined oral contraceptive pill. This is because they are both hormonal medications, and taking both at the same time can increase the risk of side effects or complications.

You’ll need to use another form of contraception while taking norethisterone, like condoms, to prevent pregnancy.

What happens if you take norethisterone on the first day of your period?

If you take norethisterone on the first day of your period, it’s unlikely to stop your period altogether. Instead, you may experience a lighter or shorter period than usual.

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Medically reviewed by:
Dr Zoe Miller Medical Editor
Accreditations: MBChB, BSc

After completing her first degree, she went on to study graduate-entry medicine at Warwick University. After graduating as a doctor, she worked within the West Midlands in Urology, Respiratory Medicine, Infectious Disease, and Psychiatry before transitioning into a full-time medical communications role.

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