{"product_id":"primolut-n-5mg-tablets","title":"Primolut N 5mg Tablets","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrimolut N 5mg Tablets\u003c\/b\u003e are a hormonal medication containing \u003cb\u003e5mg of Norethisterone\u003c\/b\u003e, a synthetic form of the female hormone progesterone. It is a \u003cb\u003ePrescription-Only Medication (POM)\u003c\/b\u003e under the regulations of the Pharmacy and Poisons Board of Kenya, meaning it cannot be legally dispensed without a valid script from a doctor. It works by stabilizing the lining of the womb to regulate the menstrual cycle and alter bleeding patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrimary Medical Uses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeriod Delay:\u003c\/b\u003e Temporarily postpones a menstrual cycle for special events (e.g., travel, exams, weddings).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbnormal\/Heavy Bleeding:\u003c\/b\u003e Controls menorrhagia (excessive or prolonged periods).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePainful Periods \u0026amp; PMS:\u003c\/b\u003e Eases menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhoea) and alleviates severe Premenstrual Syndrome.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eEndometriosis:\u003c\/b\u003e Manages tissue growth outside the womb by suppressing the uterine lining. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDosage Guidelines (Condition-Specific)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eBecause hormonal schedules vary entirely by condition, you must follow your doctor's instructions exactly:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eFor Period Delay:\u003c\/b\u003e Typically 1 tablet taken 3 times daily. It must be started at least \u003cb\u003e3 days before\u003c\/b\u003e your expected period is due. Your period will normally return as a \"withdrawal bleed\" 2 to 4 days after you stop taking it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eFor Heavy Bleeding:\u003c\/b\u003e Usually 1 tablet 3 times daily taken for 10 days to stop acute bleeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdministration:\u003c\/b\u003e Swallow the tablet whole with water at the same times every day. It can be taken with or without food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMissed Dose:\u003c\/b\u003e Take it as soon as you remember, but do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten tablet. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCritical Safety Warnings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eNot a Contraceptive:\u003c\/b\u003e Primolut N does \u003cb\u003enot\u003c\/b\u003e protect against pregnancy. You must use a non-hormonal barrier method (like condoms) if you are trying to prevent pregnancy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePregnancy \u0026amp; Breastfeeding:\u003c\/b\u003e Strictly contraindicated. Do not take if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as hormones pass into milk and can affect the baby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlood Clot \u0026amp; Liver Risks:\u003c\/b\u003e Do not take if you have a history of blood clots, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), heart attacks, severe liver disease, or active jaundice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eEmergency Symptoms:\u003c\/b\u003e Stop taking the medication and seek emergency care immediately if you experience a sudden severe migraine, unexplained leg swelling\/pain, sudden vision changes, or chest pain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Side Effects\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHeadaches or dizziness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNausea and bloating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBreast tenderness or swelling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBreakthrough bleeding or light vaginal spotting between cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Optum Health Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"30's","offer_id":52173023478060,"sku":null,"price":1350.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":true},{"title":"10's","offer_id":52173023510828,"sku":null,"price":495.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/6895\/7484\/files\/prescription-required.png?v=1745497922","url":"https:\/\/optumhealthpharmacy.africa\/products\/primolut-n-5mg-tablets","provider":"Optum Health Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}