If you want to delay your period for a holiday, exams, or a special event, we can prescribe medication to temporarily stop menstruation. Periods occur monthly due to a natural drop in progesterone, which triggers the shedding of the womb lining. By taking a tablet containing a synthetic form of progesterone, these hormone levels are maintained, preventing menstruation.
However, it's important to note that norethisterone is not a contraceptive, and in some cases, this medication may not be suitable for you.
❌If you have irregular periods
❌Recent heart attack
❌Angina
❌History of blood clots
❌Pregnancy
❌Liver problems
How long do period delay tablets take to work?
To effectively delay your period, start taking period delay tablets three days before your expected start date. This helps maintain progesterone levels, ensuring the best chance of preventing menstruation.
How long can you take period tablets for?
We can prescribe period delay tablets for up to 17 days at a time. If you need to delay your period for a longer duration, we recommend consulting your doctor about using a combined contraceptive pill instead.
How to Take Period Delay Tablets?
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Take the tablets three times a day.
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Start taking them three days before your period is due.
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Your period will typically resume within three days after stopping the tablets.
Side effects
⚡breast tenderness
⚡changes to your menstrual cycle
⚡feeling sick
⚡headache
⚡changes to mood and sex drive
⚡breakthrough bleeding
Treatment
If you wish to access period delay tablets complete the e-consultation form and our clinicians will assess your request and if appropriate will prescribe medication following a consultation.