Regestrone 5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Description
Regestrone 5 mg tablets are used to help treat problems related to your menstrual cycle or other hormone-related issues. They contain norethisterone, a synthetic version of the hormone progesterone. This hormone plays a crucial role in regulating menstrual cycles and maintaining balance in the body’s reproductive system. Doctors may prescribe Regestrone to treat conditions like irregular periods, heavy bleeding, or to delay menstruation when needed.
It's essential to take Regestrone exactly as your doctor has instructed. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on your specific condition. Try to take the tablet at the same time each day to help maintain steady hormone levels in your body. Do not skip doses or stop the medication on your own without medical advice, as it may affect your cycle or lead to other symptoms.
While using Regestrone, you may notice some changes in your body, such as mild bloating, breast tenderness, or mood changes. Some people may also become more sensitive to sunlight, so it’s a good idea to protect your skin with sunscreen or limit excessive sun exposure while taking this medication. Performing regular breast self-exams is also recommended during treatment, and let your doctor know if you notice anything unusual.
Before starting Regestrone, be sure to inform your doctor about your complete medical history, including all other medications or supplements you are currently taking. It’s especially important to tell them if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, as this medicine may not be suitable in these situations. Always follow your doctor’s advice and keep up with any recommended check-ups.
Other medications, such as Primolut N, Sysron N, Prevent N, Norlut N and Gynast, also contain norethisterone and may be used for similar conditions. Each of these may work slightly differently depending on the dose or your health condition. Your doctor will choose the one that’s best for you, so never switch medicines without consulting them first.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹45.87 |
You Save | ₹14.49 (24% on MRP) |
Contains | Norethisterone(5.0 Mg) |
Uses | Gynecological and menstrual disorders |
Side effects | Headache, stomach upset, changes in mood |
Therapy | DRUGS FOR MENSTRUAL AND GYNAECOLOGICAL DISORDERS |
Uses
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to norethisterone or any of the ingredients of Regesterone 5 mg tablet.
- If you have a history of jaundice or skin allergies such as pruritus during pregnancy.
- If you have disorders of lipid metabolism or abnormal cholesterol levels.
- If you often experience vaginal bleeding and it is not being diagnosed yet.
- If you have a history of breast or vaginal cancer.
- If you have active or have a history of liver-related diseases such as jaundice.
- If you have a history of heart disorders like chest pain(angina), heart attack or stroke.
- If you have blood clotting disorders such as thrombophlebitis and thromboembolism.
Side effects
- Rashes
- Headaches
- Fatigue
- Feeling low
- Irregular menses
- Spotting
- Breast discomforts
- Stomach pain
- Loss of appetite
- Change in weight
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You experience migraine, headaches, mood changes or feel low.
- You experience sudden vision impairment.
- You are elderly or have a habit of smoking and high cholesterol.
- You have heart disease, a disease related to blood vessels or high blood pressure.
- You have a history of gallstones, liver disease, kidney disease, impaired sugar tolerance or asthma.
- You are going to have surgery, the doctor should discontinue the medicine at least four weeks before to avoid unwanted risks.
- You must be observed during the treatment to check for the possibility of a clot forming in your blood vessels.
- You suffer from muscle twitch (tetany) or diabetes.
- You have a history of porphyria (a rare inherited blood disease) and otosclerosis (an inherited form of deafness that sometimes gets worse during pregnancy).
- You have a history of varicose veins (enlarged veins most commonly appearing in the legs and feet).
- You have a history of a disease in which the immune system eats away the protective covering of nerves (multiple sclerosis).
Directions for Use
- Take Regesterone 5 mg tablet as directed by your doctor.
- Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
- It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
- You should not consume more than that prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not change your dose or stop taking it without consulting your doctor.
Storage and disposal
- Store Regesterone 5 mg tablet below 25°C
- Store it in original packing to protect it from light and moisture
- Keep it away from the reach of children and pets
Quick Tips
- It should be taken exactly as prescribed by the doctor, at the prescribed doses and for the prescribed duration. Patients taking Regestrone 5 tablets must regularly follow self-breast exam recommendations....
- Photosensitivity may occur while taking this medication. It is important to use sunscreen, wear protective clothing and eyewear and avoid direct sunlight.
- If you are pregnant, do not take Regestrone 5mg Tablet. Because this medicine is not a contraceptive, use a non-hormonal method of contraception, such as condoms, to avoid pregnancy while using it.
- Regesterone 5 mg tablet should not be taken with steroids such as prednisone, prednisolone or cloprednol since there may be significant problems.
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Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Inform the doctor about the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid possible interaction.
- Especially if you are taking medicines to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, high/abnormal cholesterol levels, blood thinners, anti-infectives, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, immunomodulatory medicines or medicines for brain-related disorders....
- Regesterone, 5 mg tablet, may not be taken along with medicines containing steroids such as prednisone, prednisolone and cloprednol as there may be serious interactions.
Interactions with food items
Content Details

Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery), WHO FIDES member

Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I use Regestrone 5 mg tablet to postpone my period?
Q: Can Regestrone 5 mg tablet be used as a contraceptive?
Q: Can Regestrone 5 mg tablet cause weight loss?
Q: Can I take Regestrone 5 mg tablet twice a day?
Q: Can Regestrone 5 mg tablet cause miscarriage?
Q: How many days should I take Regestrone tablet to get periods?
Q: Can I take Regestrone twice a day?
Q: Can Regestrone avoid pregnancy?
Q: Will Regestrone affect pregnancy?
Q: Regestrone vs Primolut N, are they the same?
References
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