Lexington, KY
A 41-year-old female asked:
Can i take norethindrone while on nuva ring tto stop breakthrough bleeding?
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Dr. Jon Ahlstromanswered
Obstetrics & Gynecology 32 years experience
Yes: It may help. Make sure you discuss any prescription medication with your doctor.
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A 28-year-old female asked:
I started my period. I am not currently taking birth control, but I have norethindrone 5mg from before. Can I take norethindrone to stop the bleeding?
Dr. Parul Krishnamurthyanswered
Obstetrics & Gynecology 36 years experience
Sure, may not work: Once you have started your regular period, it is difficult to stop it. Hormones such as norethindrone are used to alleviate heavy irregular bleeding, ... Read More
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A 32-year-old female asked:
My periods are prolonged and Im obese. My doctor wants me to take norethindrone 5mg to stop the bleeding for 3 weeks a month and one week off for a few months while I lose weight. Does norethindrone increase blood clot risk ?
Dr. Brad Douglasanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 26 years experience
Obesity greater risk: For your doctor wanted to take this medications to decrease the lining in the uterus . You probably have PCOS which is causing a regular for you. And ... Read More
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A 33-year-old female asked:
I am experiencing prolonged periods. My doctor put me on Norethindrone for ten days it stopped and came back heavier. She discussed combination birth control l. If I take that will it stop the bleeding Im experiencing now or take time . I have pcos?
Dr. Hiep Leanswered
Nephrology and Dialysis 44 years experience
With PCOS, you should take combination oral contraceptive for regulating menstrual abnormalities and it will help other symptoms of PCOS due to hypera... Read More
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Answered Oct 11, 2021
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A 29-year-old female asked:
15 days left in cycle, using micronor, (norethindrone) brown blood brown mucousy discharge, have had unprotected sex? Breakthrough bleeding? Normal? Something else?
Dr. Marsha Davisanswered
Internal Medicine 30 years experience
Micronor (norethindrone): Is not the most effective birth control pill. Pregnancy is possible. Take a test to put your mind to rest that it is just breakthrough bleeding
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A 33-year-old female asked:
Is it safe to take acetaminophen for pain while taking Norethindrone for heavy menstrual bleeding?
Dr. Gurmukh Singhanswered
Pathology 51 years experience
Acetaminophen is generally safe. Do not take more than 4 gm in a one day, no alcohol intake.
Wish you good health!
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Answered Oct 21, 2021
Last updated May 8, 2013
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