endometriosis<\/a> and uterine fibroids by reducing the size of the tumor or fibroid.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFollicle-stimulating hormone<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Norethisterone acts as a progestin by decreasing the production of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH). This decrease in FSH leads to a decrease in ovulation and an increase in the production of luteinizing hormone (LH). LH causes the release of eggs from the ovaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Norethisterone also blocks estrogen receptors, which prevents estrogen from acting on these cells.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Norethisterone has several effects on the body. It can reduce blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and it can improve mood swings, irregular periods and pelvic pain caused by endometriosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is also used to treat ovarian cancer before it spreads to other parts of the body. The dosage of norethisterone depends on the condition being treated and can vary from 2 mg to 50 mg per day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The drug works by suppressing ovulation in women and has been shown to improve outcomes for women with these conditions. Norethisterone also has anti-inflammatory properties and can be used to treat other conditions such as chronic pain, depression, and anxiety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Common side effects of norethisterone include weight gain, headache, nausea, breast tenderness, and irregular bleeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Serious side effects may include deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, stroke, and heart attack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
History<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Norethisterone was first synthesized in 1951 and was introduced for medical use in 1956. In 2018, it was the 132nd most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than three million prescriptions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Interact with other Medicines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Norethisterone can interact with other medications, so it is important to tell your doctor about all of the medications you are taking before starting norethisterone therapy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For example, norethisterone can increase the levels of warfarin in the blood, so people taking warfarin should be monitored closely by their doctor if they start taking norethisterone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
People taking ketoconazole or HIV protease inhibitors may also need to be monitored closely by their doctor if they start taking norethisterone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It can also cause breakthrough bleeding when it is taken with certain other medications, such as barbiturates or anticonvulsants. If you experience any unusual bleeding while taking norethisterone, be sure to contact your doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
-Norethisterone works by preventing the release of eggs from the ovaries and changes the lining of the uterus so that it is less likely to accept a fertilized egg. It also thickens cervical mucus, making it more difficult for sperm to reach an egg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
-Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not take norethisterone.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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