Norlut-N
Norlut-N Products are primarily used for
Heavy menstrual bleeding, Pain during menstruation, Endometriosis
About Norlut-N Products
Uses of Norlut-N Products
Norethisterone is used in heavy menstrual bleeding, pain during menstruation, endometriosis and Premenstrual syndrome (PMS).
Norlut-N Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Norlut-N are Dizziness, Nausea, Uterine bleeding, Vaginal bleeding, Absence of menstrual periods, Hypersensitivity reaction, Weight gain, Skin disorder, Injection site reaction.
How Norlut-N Products work
Norethisterone is a synthetic progestin. It works by mimicking the effects of natural progesterone (female hormone). It helps in regulating the growth and shedding of the womb lining, thereby treating menstrual irregularities.
Patient Concerns about Norlut-N Products
Frequently asked questions about Norlut-N Products
Frequently asked questions about Norethisterone
Q. Does Norlut-N Tablet reset your menstrual cycle?
Yes, Norlut-N Tablet may reset your cycle. It is usually given for about 10 days to help manage heavy periods. Usually, your periods will resume within 3 days after stopping the medication. Your body may correct itself after 3-4 cycles, and your period cycle may resume as before.
Q. Can I bleed while taking Norlut-N Tablet?
Yes, Norlut-N Tablet may cause breakthrough bleeding or spotting in some cases. This more likely occurs if the medicine is not taken as prescribed, such as taking a lower than prescribed dose or not taking it 3 days before your periods start. It is, therefore, very important that you take Norlut-N Tablet as prescribed.
Q. How quickly does Norlut-N Tablet stop bleeding?
Norlut-N Tablet is advised to patients having heavy periods or prolonged periods. The usual dose is prescribed to be taken 3 times a day for 10 days. The bleeding will usually stop within 48 hours of taking it. However, consult your doctor if the bleeding continues.
Q. Can I get pregnant while taking Norlut-N Tablet?
Yes, you can get pregnant even if you are taking Norlut-N Tablet. It is not a birth control pill. Therefore, you should use contraceptives or other birth control methods while you are on Norlut-N Tablet. Consult the doctor if you have any other related concerns.
Q. For how long do I need to take Norlut-N Tablet?
The dose and the number of days for which you need to take Norlut-N Tablet will depend on the condition for which you are being treated and how well the medicine works for that condition. For example, when taken for endometriosis, it is usually prescribed once daily for 6 to 9 months or until breakthrough bleeding becomes bothersome. When Norlut-N Tablet is used to bring on a normal cycle in women who have stopped menstruating, it is usually supposed to be taken once a day for 5 to 10 days during the second half of the planned menstrual cycle. Always take the medicine exactly as advised by your doctor.
Q. Does Norlut-N Tablet cause miscarriage?
No, Norlut-N Tablet has not been reported to cause miscarriage. However, it is advisable to consult your doctor before using any medicine during pregnancy.