Period Delay

Period delay medication contains norethisterone, a synthetic version of progesterone. By maintaining high progesterone levels, norethisterone prevents the womb lining from shedding, so your period doesn’t start.

You should start taking norethisterone at least three days before your period is due and continue for as long as you need to delay your period (up to 17 days). It is not a contraceptive, so you should use another form of birth control if needed. Most women resume their normal cycle within three days of stopping the tablets.

Period delay tablets are generally safe but may cause mild side effects like nausea, headaches or breast tenderness. Do not take them if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have liver disease or thrombosis, and always consult your doctor if you have underlying conditions or take other medications.