Norgeston Tablets
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Description
What is Norgeston?
Norgeston is a progestogen-only contraceptive pill (POP) containing levonorgestrel, a synthetic hormone similar to the natural hormone progesterone. This mini-pill is primarily used for birth control, offering an alternative for women who cannot take estrogen-containing combined pills. It is highly effective when taken daily at the same time.
How Does it Work?
Norgeston works by thickening cervical mucus, making it difficult for sperm to enter the womb and fertilize an egg. It also alters the lining of the uterus, making it less likely for a fertilized egg to implant. Additionally, in some women, it may prevent ovulation. The effectiveness of the pill largely depends on taking it consistently at the same time each day, as missing doses can reduce its contraceptive efficiency.
Warnings
Norgeston might not be the best choice if you are:
- Are allergic to any of its ingredients
- Have angina pectoris
- Have severe migraines or diabetes
- Have a history of breast cancer, stroke or heart attack
- Have an impaired liver function
- Have or have had a blood clot or blood clotting disorder
- Your blood has high lipid levels.
- Unexplained vaginal bleeding
You might also want to seek medical advice if you have any of these conditions:
- Ovarian cyst
- Jaundice
- Chloasma
- Ectopic pregnancy
- Diabetes
- Pruritus
Directions
Use Norgeston following medical advice or only after reading the instructions:
- Swallow a pill each day with a glass of water.
- Take your pill at the same time every day.
- Repeat the whole process with a new pack of 35 pills once you finish your pack.
- You are not expected to have a break when you are done with a pack.
Ingredients
Active Ingredients: 30 mcg of levonorgestrel
Inactive ingredients: maize starch, povidone, magnesium stearate, Lactose, polyethylene glycol 6000, calcium carbonate, montan glycol wax, talc, sucrose.
Side Effects
Common side effects include:
- Weight gain
- acne
- Feeling sick
- Tender and painful breast
- Reduced sex drive
- Mood swing
- Headache
- Irregular period or no period
- Spotting
If side effects become severe, contact your healthcare provider.
FAQs
1. How do I take Norgeston?
Take one pill at the same time every day without any breaks between packs. There are no inactive pills, so the mini-pill is taken continuously.
2. What if I miss a pill?
If you are more than 3 hours late in taking Norgeston, take the missed pill as soon as you remember, and use additional contraception (like condoms) for the next 48 hours.
3. Can I take Norgeston if I'm breastfeeding?
Yes, Norgeston is considered safe for use during breastfeeding and is often recommended for women who cannot take combined oral contraceptives.
4. Does Norgeston cause weight gain?
There is no strong evidence that Norgeston causes significant weight gain, although some women may experience slight changes in weight due to fluid retention.
5. Is Norgeston suitable for all women?
Norgeston may not be suitable for women with certain medical conditions, such as liver disease or a history of breast cancer. A healthcare professional should evaluate its suitability on an individual basis.
