Norcolut

Drug name: Norcolut

Other names used:

• Locilan®
• Micronor®
• Noriday®
• Primolut®
• Utolvan®

Active Ingredients:

• Norethisterone

Therapeutic actions: Norcolut belongs to a group of drugs called birth control pills. The drug contains an oral progestin called Norethisterone. Such birth control pills are sometimes called mini-pills. The drug in low doses works by preventing the release of the egg from the ovaries and increasing the thickness of natural mucus in the womb. At high doses progestin may inhibit the function of pituitary gland.

Indications: The drug is used as an oral contraceptive or to treat the following conditions:

• Amenorrhea
• Uterine bleeding
• Endometriosis

Contraindications and cautions: The drug should not be used by women in such conditions as:

• Known pregnancy
• Breast carcinoma
• Undiagnosed genital bleeding
• Known allergic reaction to the components of the preparation
• Liver tumors
• Acute liver dysfunction

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if the following apply to you:

• A history of venous thromboembolism
• Heart attack
• Liver or kidney problems
• Jaundice
• Porphyria
• Diabetes
• Asthma
• Migraines
• Epilepsy

Adverse effects: There are possible side-effects associated with this medicine that can affect individuals in different ways. If a side effect is stated here, that does not necessarily mean the fact that all people using Norcolut will experience it or any other. The side-effects include:

• Break-through bleeding
• Breast tenderness
• Tiredness, dizziness
• Unexplained weight gain
• Feeling of sickness

The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer. For more information about any other possible risks associated with Norethisterone, please read the information provided with Norcolut or consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Interactions: It is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist what medicines you are already taking, including those bought without a prescription and herbal medicines, before you start treatment with Norethisterone. Similarly, check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medication while taking this one, to ensure that the combination is safe. Especially mention the following groups of drugs:

• Anticonvulsants
• Blood-thinners
• Sedatives
• Anti-tuberculosis medicine
• Antibiotics

Additional Information: DO NOT SHARE Norcolut with others. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS PRODUCT, as well as syringes and needles, if needed during treatment, out of the reach of children. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials.