PRODUCT DETAILS

About Ovasterone 5mg Tablet

NORETHISTERONE belongs to the class of medicines called progestogens used to treat heavy, painful, or irregular periods, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and endometriosis. Additionally, NORETHISTERONE may be used in the treatment of breast cancer. Endometriosis is a disorder in which the uterus's tissue lining (endometrium) grows on the ovaries, bowel, or tissues lining the pelvis. The most common symptom is pelvic pain.

NORETHISTERONE contains Norethisterone that works by mimicking the activity of the natural hormone progesterone. Thereby, it restores hormone levels in the body and regulates the growth and shedding of the womb lining. Thus, it helps to treat menstrual disorders.

Uses of Ovasterone 5mg Tablet

Heavy, painful or irregular periods, Premenstrual syndrome (PMS), Endometriosis, Breast cancer

Medicinal Benefits of Ovasterone 5mg Tablet

NORETHISTERONE contains Norethisterone, a synthetic hormone that mimics the activity of the natural hormone progesterone. Thereby, it restores hormone levels in the body and regulates the growth and shedding of the womb lining. Thus, it helps to treat menstrual disorders.

Directions for Use

Take NORETHISTERONE with or without food as advised by your doctor and swallow the tablet as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Side Effects of Ovasterone 5mg Tablet

• Unusual vaginal bleeding or spotting
• Dizziness
• Dry mouth
• Constipation
• Abdominal pain/cramps
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Breast pain and tenderness

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to NORETHISTERONE or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. NORETHISTERONE is not recommended for pregnant women as it may harm an unborn baby. If you are breastfeeding, consult a doctor before taking NORETHISTERONE. It is advised to use effective non-hormonal contraceptives such as condoms to avoid pregnancy while taking NORETHISTERONE. You are advised to stop smoking while taking NORETHISTERONE as it may increase the risk of adverse effects. If you are about to undergo any surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking NORETHISTERONE as it may increase the effect of certain anesthetics. If you experience sudden shortness of breath, rapid heartbeat, sudden, severe, sharp pain in the chest, or cough up blood, stop taking NORETHISTERONE and consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs of a blood clot in the lungs.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

NORETHISTERONE may interact with anticonvulsants (carbamazepine, phenytoin), antiviral drugs (nelfinavir, ritonavir), a medicine used to treat Cushing’s syndrome (aminoglutethimide), antibiotics (co-trimoxazole, rifampicin, tetracycline), immunosuppressant (ciclosporin).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

Avoid taking NORETHISTERONE if you have vaginal bleeding, blood clots, severe itching, porphyria (blood disorder), liver problems, angina (chest pain), or if you ever had a heart attack, jaundice, or pemphigoid gestationis (an itchy rash that develops into blisters). If you have asthma, migraine headaches, epilepsy (fits), kidney or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking NORETHISTERONE.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

The interaction of NORETHISTERONE with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using NORETHISTERONE.

PREGNANCY

NORETHISTERONE is a category X pregnancy drug and is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may harm the unborn baby. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

BREAST FEEDING

NORETHISTERONE is given to breastfeeding women only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

DRIVING

NORETHISTERONE usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

LIVER

NORETHISTERONE is not recommended if you have liver disease. However, if you have any concerns regarding this, please consult a doctor.

KIDNEY

Take NORETHISTERONE with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.