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Primolut N Tablet

Manufacturer:- Bayer Pharma
Generic Name:- Norethisterone
Formula:- Norethisterone…5mg
Drug Class:- Progestogens (Hormone)
Medicinal Form:- Tablet

About Primolut N Tablet

Primolut N Tablet helps manage period problems like heavy, painful, or irregular bleeding, and conditions like endometriosis. It contains Norethisterone, which acts like the natural female hormone progesterone. This helps control the lining of your womb. Doctors also use it to delay periods or treat symptoms of PMS (premenstrual syndrome).

Primolut N Tablet Uses

Your doctor might give you Primolut N Tablet for:

  • Heavy periods

  • Painful periods

  • Irregular periods

  • Endometriosis 

  • PMS symptoms

  • Delaying your period 

Primolut N Tablet Dosage and Administration

Always use the medicine as directed by your doctor:

Adult Dosage:

1 pill  2-3 times a day.

Children Dosage:

Not usually given to children or adolescents before their first period. 

How to Take:

  • Swallow the tablet whole with water.

  • Can be taken with or without food.

  • Follow your doctor's instructions exactly.

  • Don't stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Primolut N Tablet Warnings

Don't use Primolut N Tablet if you:

  • Are allergic to Norethisterone.

  • Are pregnant 

  • Have or have ever had a blood clot (thrombosis) in organs.

  • Have a condition that increases your risk of blood clots.

  • Have ever had a heart attack 

  • Have severe liver disease.

  • Have unexplained vaginal bleeding.

  • Have certain types of cancer.

Primolut N Tablet Precautions

Talk with your doctor first if you:

  • Have diabetes 

  • Have high blood pressure.

  • Have kidney problems.

  • Have epilepsy.

  • Get migraines.

  • Have asthma.

  • Have heart problems.

  • Have a history of depression.

  • Are breastfeeding. 

Also, remember:

  • This medicine can sometimes cause spotting or breakthrough bleeding.

  • Long-term use might require regular check-ups.

Primolut N Tablet Side Effects

Most people don't have problems, but some might experience:

  • Headache

  • Nausea

  • Blood Spotting 

  • Changes in your period

  • Breast tenderness

  • Feeling dizzy

  • Mood changes 

Serious side effects 

  • Signs of a blood clot 

  • Signs of a stroke 

  • Yellow skin or eyes

  • Migraine headache

  • High blood pressure

  • Severe allergic reaction 

Storage Instructions

  • Keep in a cool, dry place (below 30°C).

  • Away from children's reach.

  • Protect from light.

Packaging and Quantity

Often comes in packs of 30 tablets.

Prescription Requirement

It is a prescription-only medication due to its potential side effects and to prevent misuse.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Primolut N Tablet

You usually start taking it 3 days before your expected period, and it can delay it for up to 10-14 days while you continue taking the tablets. Your period typically starts 2-3 days after you stop taking Primolut N.
Primolut N is not a birth control pill when used for period problems. You can still get pregnant. If you need contraception, talk to your doctor about suitable options.
Some women might experience weight changes (gain or loss) while taking Primolut N, but it's not a guaranteed side effect for everyone.
The price of a Primolut N tablet in Pakistan usually ranges between Rs. 10 and Rs. 15. Thus, a pack of 30 tablets might cost roughly Rs. 300-450. Prices can vary slightly between pharmacies.
پرائمولیوٹ این ٹیبلٹ ماہواری کے مسائل جیسے کہ بھاری، دردناک، یا بے قاعدہ پیریڈز، اینڈومیٹرائیوسس (رحم کی لائننگ کا غلط جگہ پر بڑھنا)، اور پیریڈز کو وقتی طور پر روکنے کے لیے استعمال ہوتی ہے۔ یہ جسم میں پروجیسٹرون ہارمون کی طرح کام کرتی ہے۔

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