Hermiston, OR
A 30-year-old female asked:
I've using ortho micronor (norethindrone). i started spotting on 3/21/14 and today (3-25) finally got it. i'm getting married 5-24.how can i stop or change my period?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Brian Nguyenanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 13 years experience
Controlling periods: Congratulations on getting married, i understand that you might not want to have your period on your wedding day. Consider switching to a pill that has estrogen and Progesterone abd take it continuously, skipping the sugarpill/placebo week. Ask your prescriber for details.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Related questions
A 37-year-old female asked:
I am on aygestin (norethindrone) and metformin for PCOS. my doc is hoping that it starts a period. would light to moderate spotting count as a period?
Dr. Tina Koopersmithanswered
Fertility Medicine 34 years experience
Probably not: If you were given aygestin (norethindrone) to make a period come down after a long time if no period then you should expect a real 3-4 day period.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
3.8k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
View all answers
A 35-year-old female asked:
Been heavy bleeding nearly 3wks on ortho micronor (norethindrone). Stopped pills today. How long does it take for bleeding to stop?
Dr. Jeff Livingstonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 24 years experience
Breakthrough bleed: Breakthrough bleeding (bleeding at the wrong time) is very common on birth control. It happens in about 1/3 of users. Its no big deal and usually sel... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 27-year-old female asked:
I am on Mylan norethindrone to prevent pregnancy but still get my cycles every 30 days. Can i take Primolut to postpone a period? (Together with micronor?
Dr. John Berrymananswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 56 years experience
It is unusual to ovulate regularly while on norethindrone, but if you are ovulating, and your "period" is regular , taking more progestin (Primolut or... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Answered Dec 17, 2021
A 41-year-old member asked:
Are you suppose to get period on micronor (norethindrone)?
Dr. Michael Sparacinoanswered
Family Medicine 39 years experience
Kindof: Women using micronor (norethindrone) as their chosen method of contraception have reported episodes of bleeding more commonly than birth control pills... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
View all answers
A 46-year-old member asked:
Can I start micronor (norethindrone) before I get my period?
Dr. Marsha Davisanswered
Internal Medicine 30 years experience
Maybe: It is best to always start your pills on a sunday to always keep them straight. It is also important to be 100% certain that you are not pregnant. If,... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.9k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Last updated Jun 30, 2014
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
24/7 visits - just $44!
50% off with $19/month membership
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.