Norethisterone Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is primarily used for the treatment of Endometriosis, Periods pain, Abnormal Uterine Bleeding. Secondary and off-label uses of Norethisterone Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Norethisterone Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Norethisterone Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Norethisterone Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Norethisterone Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Norethisterone Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Norethisterone Tablet related warnings section.
Norethisterone Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Norethisterone Tablet in conditions like Breast Cancer, Liver Disease. The section on Norethisterone Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Norethisterone Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Norethisterone Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Norethisterone Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Norethisterone Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Norethisterone shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Norethisterone Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Norethisterone may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Norethisterone should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Norethisterone Tablet on the Kidneys?
Norethisterone is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Norethisterone Tablet on the Liver?
Norethisterone may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Norethisterone Tablet on the Heart?
Using Norethisterone does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Norethisterone Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Norethisterone Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Norethisterone Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Norethisterone Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Norethisterone Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Norethisterone Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Norethisterone Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Norethisterone Tablet
Taking Norethisterone Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Norethisterone Tablet
Information about the interaction of Norethisterone Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Norethisterone should be taken as recommended by your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are feeling nausea and dizziness after taking this drug. You will get your periods within 2-3 days after stopping this medicine. By any chance, if you do not get your periods till 7 days after discontinuing this medicine talk to your doctor immediately and take a test for pregnancy.
Yes, Norethisterone is safe to use, if taken in prescribed quantity and duration as advised by your doctor. However, there are very few side effects which have been observed at a therapeutic dose such as stomach upset, bleeding, irregular bleeding, trouble sleeping, and weight changes. You are recommended to inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Norethisterone can be taken with tranexamic acid. No harmful interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unwanted effects after taking these two medicines at the same, please consult your doctor.
Norethisterone is a brand name of norethisterone or norethindrone. It is a synthetic form of progestin and does the same functions as the female hormone progesterone. It is used in the treatment of the menstrual disorder and abnormal vaginal bleeding caused due to a hormonal imbalance. It is also used as a birth control pill to prevent unwanted pregnancies.
Yes, Norethisterone can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform the doctor if you experience severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
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