How to delay your period on vacation - Ashcroft Pharmacy

Period delay medications contain norethisterone, a synthetic form of progesterone. These work by artificially keeping the body's progesterone levels higher for an extended length of time,

delaying the onset of menstruation. The thicker uterine lining can only last for a limited time, though. You can therefore only delay your period by about two weeks with these medications.

Are there any side effects of using Norethisterone?

Although norethisterone typically has minimal side effects, it might cause 

• breast soreness, 
• bloating, 
• nausea, headaches, and 
• changes in your menstrual cycle, such as spotting between periods.

Additionally, you may notice changes in your appetite and mood. Severe side effects may include 

• migraines, 
• jaundice, 
• thrombosis, and 
• high blood pressure.

Three days before the anticipated onset of your next menstrual cycle, begin taking one Norethisterone pill three times a day. Continue taking the pills until you're ready to start your period again, up to a maximum of 17 days.

If you forget to take a tablet, you can resume taking the prescribed dosage the next day or when your next dose is due. You must avoid taking two dosages at once. You can read the patient information pamphlet within your treatment package for further details.

Is delaying your period safe?

Norethisterone is safe for most women to use occasionally. It is recommended to take it infrequently. It is important to consult your doctor before beginning any norethisterone regimen, though, as some women may not tolerate it well. 

How does a typical menstrual cycle occur?

Everybody has a different menstrual cycle. On the other hand, periods usually occur once every 28 days. Typically cycles are defined as any regular cycles that last 40 days or less.

In the initial phase of the menstrual cycle, women's Oestrogen levels frequently begin to rise. Oestrogen causes the lining of the womb to thicken in preparation for pregnancy.

Which period delay tablets are the best?

Ask your doctor or chemist for advice if you want to delay your menstruation and you're not on the combined contraceptive pill.

They may be able to give a medication called norethisterone to delay the onset of your period. Your doctor will prescribe norethisterone and advise when and how long to take it.

Three to four days before your menstrual cycle, you will usually receive a prescription for three norethisterone tablets to take daily.

Right before menstruation, the body usually produces less progestogen hormone. By using the synthetic hormone to maintain a high level of progesterone, you can delay the onset of your period.

Does norethisterone prevent me from becoming pregnant?

Norethisterone cannot prevent pregnancy because it is not a contraceptive. If this worries you and you take the combined oral contraceptive pill, you might choose to miss your tablet-free period to prevent getting your period.

What should I do if taking norethisterone causes me to miss my period?

Your menstruation might not come on right away after finishing the norethisterone medication since your body needs time to acclimatize to the new hormone levels. If, after a week of medication, you have not received your period, you should undergo a pregnancy test.

Norethisterone drug interactions

A few medications have the potential to interact with norethisterone. This may lessen the effectiveness of either medication. Online consultation can be used to complete the checks.

Where can I buy medications that postpone my period?

To purchase period delay tablets online, you can visit Ashcroft Pharmacy.

What can be used as an alternative to norethisterone?

Provera (Medroxyprogesterone) can be used to regulate menstruation and to treat menstrual problems. This medication is often suitable for women who cannot use Norethisterone (a medication licensed for menstrual delay).

How long can you take Norethisterone?

Tablets containing 5 mg of norethisterone can be taken for up to 17 days. Delaying your period for this long is completely safe. Your period will usually start two or three days after you stop taking the medications, though each person's cycle timing may vary.

It is not advised to use this dosage of norethisterone for an extended period as it may have negative effects and disrupt your hormone balance.

Are period delay tablets available over the counter?

No, you can only get period delay medications with a prescription. If you take this drug incorrectly, there may be side effects. It is therefore imperative that you have a doctor's approval before using them.

Does iron cause menstruation to be delayed?

A woman who is iron deficient or has trouble absorbing iron may experience abnormal blood flow, which may cause her to miss her periods or experience them fairly late.

Who can not use the period delay tablets?

People who are:

• Obese
• Personal h/o Venous thromboembolism (VTE) - a condition that occurs when a blood clot forms in a vein
• VTE with strong FH (Having a family history of venous thromboembolism (VTE) can affect a person's long-term mortality after they experience a VTE.)
• Limited to a wheelchair or immobile
• Those who have thrombophilia
• Any other ailment that increases the risk of VTE

In short

Your summer plans or any type of holiday trips don't need to be interrupted by your period. Period delay tablets like Norethisterone (Utovlan) and Provera (Medroxyprogesterone) can safely delay menstruation for up to 17 days by maintaining higher progesterone levels in the body.

Start taking one tablet three times daily, three days before your expected period. Common side effects include breast soreness, bloating, and nausea, with severe effects like migraines being rare.

Norethisterone is not a contraceptive and should only be used under medical supervision. For more information you can visit Ashcroft Pharmacy to order contraceptive pills. Always consult your doctor before starting any new medication.