Norethisterone 5mg Tablets for Period Delay – 30 or 60 Tablets

Norethisterone 5mg is a prescription-only medicine for short-term period delay, with 30- or 60-tablet packs sold by Ways Pharmacy (UK) only after clinical approval.

Key facts

Who it is for

• Adults for whom the clinician confirms that norethisterone is appropriate for short-term period delay.

Not suitable for: Do not use without clinical approval. It is not suitable in pregnancy and requires review of blood-clot history, liver disease, unexplained bleeding and other medicines.

How to use

1. Complete the clinical consultation and read the Patient Information Leaflet (PIL).
2. Take one 5mg tablet three times a day, starting approximately 3 days before the expected period, if this is the regimen approved for you.
3. Continue only for the clinically approved duration, up to 17 days.
4. Norethisterone used for period delay is not a contraceptive.

Frequently asked questions

What is this product used for?

It is used here for clinically approved short-term delay of menstruation.

Which packs are available?

The product has 30- and 60-tablet variants.

When does the current information say to start?

approximately 3 days before the expected period, subject to clinical approval.

Is it a contraceptive?

No. Norethisterone used for period delay is not a contraceptive.

Safety and storage

• Use only for the person and course approved after consultation.
• Seek urgent medical help for possible blood-clot symptoms such as sudden chest pain, breathlessness or painful leg swelling.
• Keep in the original packaging and out of the sight and reach of children.
• Read the PIL. Report suspected side effects through the MHRA Yellow Card scheme.

This page provides factual information about a prescription-only medicine and is not an advertisement to the public. Supply requires clinical approval.