Safely delay your period for holidays, weddings, or exams. Quick private consultations and prescription treatments with Norethisterone.
Schedule a private clinical consultation with our prescribing pharmacist.
Our pharmacist will review your medical history and assess suitability for Period Delay tablets (Norethisterone).
If suitable, the treatment is dispensed immediately. You'll receive clear guidance on how to take the tablets.
Norethisterone is a synthetic progestogen. By keeping your hormone levels stable, it prevents the lining of your uterus from breaking down and shedding, which is what normally triggers a period. Once you stop taking the tablets, your hormone levels drop, causing your period to start.
You can safely delay your period for up to 17 days using Norethisterone tablets.
You must start taking Norethisterone 3 days before your period is due to start. If you start it later, it may not be effective in delaying your period.
No, Norethisterone is not a contraceptive. It will not prevent pregnancy. You must continue to use your regular non-hormonal contraceptive method (such as condoms) while taking this medicine.
Most women experience minimal side effects. However, common side effects can include bloating, breast tenderness, mild nausea, headaches, and minor mood fluctuations. These are temporary and usually resolve once you stop taking the medication.
Norethisterone is not suitable if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have a history of blood clots, liver disease, unexplained vaginal bleeding, or certain breast cancers. Our pharmacist will assess your suitability during the clinical consultation.
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