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The medicine is effective in treating several menstrual problems like irregular periods, painful and heavy bleeding during menstruation, premenstrual syndrome, and a medical condition known as endometriosis. It is a synthetic hormone; an alternate of the natural female sex hormone progesterone.
It should be used cautiously by the patients suffering from liver disease dose adjustment may required.
There is no sufficient information available regarding the safety of this drug among kidney patients; it is important to consut a doctor.
There is no sufficient information available regarding the safety of this drug when interacted with alcohol.
It is probably unsafe to use by pregnant women and may harm developing baby.
The drug may induce drowsiness; avoid driving for safety.
It is probably unsafe to use for women breastfed an infant; it may pass through breastmilk and can harm the developing baby.
Norethisterone is a synthetic progestin that acts like natural progesterone (female sex hormone). It helps regulate the shedding and growth of the womb lining; It also treats menstrual irregularities.
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) ek group hai emotional, physical, aur behavioural symptoms ka jo menstruation se pehle dikhayi dete hain affected women mein isme; bloating, mood swings, aur fatigue jaise samsya bhi dekhne ko milti hai jo quality of life ko affect karte hain.
For best results, take it strictly as per the advice of your doctor. The number of doses you take each day, and the number of days for which you take it depends on the medical problem being treated. However, it is recommended that you take it at the same time of each day. This will ensure consistent levels of medicine in your body.
Yes, you can get pregnant even if you are taking Prolin N. It is not a birth control pill. Therefore, you should use contraceptives or other birth control methods while you are on Prolin N. Consult the doctor if you have any other related concerns.
Prolin N is prescribed to patients who have heavy periods or prolonged periods. The usual dose is prescribed to be taken 3 times a day for 10 days. The bleeding will stop usually within 48 hours of taking it. However, consult your doctor if the bleeding continues.
No, Prolin N cannot be used as a birth control medicine. You may need to use other contraceptive methods to avoid pregnancy. Consult with your doctor to seek options for contraceptives.
The dose and the number of days for which you need to take Prolin N will depend on the condition for which you are being treated and how well the medicine works for that condition. For example, when taken for endometriosis it is usually prescribed once daily for 6 to 9 months or until breakthrough bleeding becomes bothersome. When Prolin N is used to bring on a normal cycle in women who have stopped menstruating, it is usually supposed to be taken once a day for 5 to 10 days during the second half of the planned menstrual cycle. Always take the medicine exactly as advised by your doctor.
Yes, Prolin N may reset your cycle. It is usually given for about 10 days to help manage heavy periods. Usually, your periods will resume within 3 days after stopping the medication. Your body may correct itself after 3-4 cycles and your period cycle may resume as before.
No, Prolin N has not been reported to cause miscarriage. However, it is advisable to consult your doctor before using any medicine during pregnancy.
Yes, Prolin N may cause breakthrough bleeding or spotting in some cases. However, this usually happens in cases where the medicine is not taken as prescribed. Such cases include taking lower than prescribed dose or not taking it 3 days before your periods start. Therefore, it is advised to take Prolin N strictly as prescribed.
Prolin N is similar to the progesterone hormone naturally produced by the body. It helps in treating a variety of menstrual problems, such as heavy bleeding, amenorrhea (absence of periods) and irregular periods. Additionally, it is helpful in treating premenstrual syndrome where one experiences irritability, bloating, fatigue which occurs a few days before the period. Prolin N is also used to delay periods. Consult your doctor before starting Prolin N to avoid any complication.
Yes, Prolin N may disturb your cycle. It is usually given for about 10 days to help manage heavy periods. Usually, your periods will resume within 3 days after stopping the medication. Your body may correct itself after 3-4 cycles and your period cycle may resume as before.
The common side effects caused by Prolin N are vaginal bleeding or spotting, headache, nausea (feeling sick) and weight gain. Prolin N can also cause fluid retention, thereby causing swelling. Most of these symptoms are temporary and may resolve with time. However, if they persist, check with your doctor as soon as possible.
If you forget a dose, take it as soon as you remember. You can continue taking the next scheduled tablets at their usual time. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose. However, if you miss your dose often, you may experience frequent bleeding and spotting. Consult your doctor about it.
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