Period Delay



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What are period delay tablets?

Period delay pills, most commonly containing a synthetic form of the hormone progesterone like norethisterone, are taken to temporarily postpone a menstrual period. You might consider using them for special occasions such as holidays, weddings, or important events where having a period would be inconvenient.

When do you take period delay tablets?

You typically start the tablets three days before your period is due to begin, taking one tablet three times a day, and continue for as long as you wish to delay your period, usually up to a maximum of 17-20 days.

How does it work?

By delaying the drop in your progesterone levels, period delay tablets allow for a short-term break in your cycle. Your period will then start within 3 days of stopping treatment, although exact timelines can differ from person to person.

Common side effects

All period delay treatments may not be 100% effective. Both norethisterone and medroxyprogesterone can still cause breakthrough bleeding during use. Making sure you take your treatment exactly as prescribed is the best way to get the most out of it.

Less serious side effects that have been reported by women taking period delay tablets include:

breast tenderness
changes to your menstrual cycle
feeling sick
headache
changes to mood and sex drive
breakthrough bleeding

Important Information

There are rare but serious risks of blood clots

These tablets can increase the risk of developing blood clots, so move around as much as possible if you’re flying or on a long journey. If you’ve got a history of blood clots, this medicine is not suitable for you, so please talk to your GP.

It’s important that you tell us which other medicines you’re taking — whether they’re prescription or medicines you’ve bought without a prescription. We need to know so that we only prescribe period delay tablets if suitable for you. Treatment is not suitable for people on certain medicines or with certain conditions.

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