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| Composition | Norethisterone Tablets IP 5 mg |
|---|---|
| Packing | 10*10BLISTER |
| SHELF LIFE | 24 MONTHS |
| HSN CODE | 3004 |
| Category | Tablets |
| Supply | Wholesale & Export |
NORTHECOT-5 Tablets, containing Norethisterone 5 mg. The top panel of the box is also readable enough to confirm the composition.
Each uncoated tablet contains:
The standard composition of norethisterone 5-mg tablets is norethisterone 5 mg per tablet. (Medicines.org.uk)
Norethisterone is a synthetic progestogen (progesterone-like hormone). It acts on the lining of the uterus and modifies the menstrual cycle. It is different from norethisterone acetate; the product shown specifically says Norethisterone Tablets IP 5 mg, so it should not be assumed to contain the acetate salt.
Norethisterone 5 mg may be prescribed for:
Heavy menstrual bleeding
Painful periods (dysmenorrhea)
Irregular or excessively frequent periods
Endometriosis
Premenstrual syndrome/tension
Delaying/postponing menstruation in appropriate circumstances
These are established uses for norethisterone 5-mg tablets. (Medicines.org.uk)
Norethisterone acts like progesterone. Depending on the dose and timing in the menstrual cycle, it can:
Stabilize the endometrium (uterine lining)
Reduce excessive endometrial growth and bleeding
Alter the menstrual cycle
At sufficient doses, suppress ovulation
Produce a controlled withdrawal bleed after treatment is stopped
The exact inactive ingredients of Northecot-5 by Accott are not completely legible in the photograph. Therefore, I would not attribute a specific excipient list to this brand without a clearer panel.
For comparison, a documented norethisterone 5-mg formulation contains lactose, maize starch and magnesium stearate as excipients. (Medicines.org.uk)
This is a prescription hormonal medicine. It should not be taken simply to stop menstrual bleeding without determining the cause.
It is generally contraindicated or requires particular caution with conditions such as:
Pregnancy
Current or previous venous blood clots (DVT/PE)
Certain arterial clotting conditions
Significant liver disease
Unexplained/undiagnosed vaginal bleeding
Certain hormone-sensitive conditions
The product information specifically advises excluding pregnancy where appropriate and lists thromboembolic disease, liver dysfunction and undiagnosed irregular vaginal bleeding among important contraindications. (Medicines.org.uk)
Some people may experience:
Nausea
Headache
Breast tenderness
Bloating/fluid retention
Mood changes
Spotting or breakthrough bleeding
Changes in menstrual bleeding
Rare but important complications can include blood clots, liver problems, significant blood-pressure changes, or migraine-type symptoms. (Medicines.org.uk)
NORTHECOT-5 = Norethisterone IP 5 mg per uncoated tablet + pharmaceutical excipients q.s.
It is a progestogen used primarily for menstrual/uterine bleeding disorders, endometriosis and menstrual-cycle manipulation, and the appropriate dose and duration depend strongly on the reason it was prescribed. (Medicines.org.uk)
