Norethindrone: Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Norethindrone is derived from the progesterone which is the main hormone involved in the pregnancy. Progesterone in Norethindrone helps the womb to accept the fertilized egg as well as maintaining the growth of the fetus. Progesterone regulates other hormones to start and stop the menstrual cycle. Norethindrone is given to treat premenstrual syndrome (PMS), absence of menstruation, prevent premature labor, abnormal uterine bleeding and in combination with ERT (estrogen replacement therapy) to prevent estrogen from thickening and abnormal growth of the lining of the uterus. Norethindrone is also given to people including men suffering from sleep apnea to stimulate breathing.

SIDE EFFECTS OF NORETHINDRONE

Common side effects of Norethindrone may include abdominal pain, acne, blood clot in a vein, lungs, or brain, breakthrough bleeding, breast tenderness, increase in blood pressure, depression, dry mouth, insomnia, headache, rash, itching, spotting, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, gain or loss of body hair and water retention. Rare side effects of Norethindrone may include dizziness and sensitivity to the sun. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how Norethindrone affects you.

NORETHINDRONE CAUTION

Norethindrone should not be used during the first 4 months of pregnancy; as this could result in birth defects.

Avoid using Norethindrone if you are allergic or sensitive to any progestin.

Avoid using Norethindrone if you have a history of asthma, blood clot, depression, diabetes, epilepsy, high cholesterol, stroke, kidney or liver disease, varicose veins, heart problems, breast cancer, genital cancer, osteoporosis, undiagnosed vaginal bleeding or miscarriage.

NORETHINDRONE INTERACTION

Check with your doctor before combining Norethindrone with the following

-Aminoglutethimide
-Carbamazepine
-Phenobarbital
-Phenytoin
-Rifabutin
-Rifampin

NORETHINDRONE AND PREGNANCY

Avoid using Norethindrone during pregnancy. It may cause birth defects especially during the first 4 months of pregnancy.

Norethindrone appears in breast milk. If you are nursing switch to bottle-feed while taking Norethindrone.

NORETHINDRONE DOSES

5-10mg /day for 5-10 days.

If Norethindrone upsets your stomach, take it with food.

NORETHINDRONE OVERDOSE

Norethindrone overdose symptoms may include enhanced side effects. If you suspect Norethindrone overdose seek medical help right away.

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