Norton
Norton Products are primarily used for
Heavy menstrual bleeding, Pain during menstruation, Endometriosis
About Norton Products
Uses of Norton Products
Norethisterone is used in heavy menstrual bleeding, pain during menstruation, endometriosis and Premenstrual syndrome (PMS).
Norton Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Norton are Dizziness, Nausea, Uterine bleeding, Vaginal bleeding, Absence of menstrual periods, Hypersensitivity reaction, Weight gain, Skin disorder, Injection site reaction.
How Norton 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 Norton Products
Frequently asked questions about Norton Products
Frequently asked questions about Norethisterone
Q. Does Norton 5mg Tablet reset your menstrual cycle?
Yes, Norton 5mg 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 Norton 5mg Tablet?
Yes, Norton 5mg 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 Norton 5mg Tablet as prescribed.
Q. How quickly does Norton 5mg Tablet stop bleeding?
Norton 5mg 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 Norton 5mg Tablet?
Yes, you can get pregnant even if you are taking Norton 5mg Tablet. It is not a birth control pill. Therefore, you should use contraceptives or other birth control methods while you are on Norton 5mg Tablet. Consult the doctor if you have any other related concerns.
Q. For how long do I need to take Norton 5mg Tablet?
The dose and the number of days for which you need to take Norton 5mg 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 Norton 5mg 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 Norton 5mg Tablet cause miscarriage?
No, Norton 5mg Tablet has not been reported to cause miscarriage. However, it is advisable to consult your doctor before using any medicine during pregnancy.