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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
N-Ethi 15 Tablet is used in the treatment of heavy, painful or irregular periods, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), endometriosis and breast cancer. This medicine contains norethisterone which works by mimicking the activity of the natural hormone progesterone, thereby, restoring hormone levels in the body and helps treat menstrual problems.
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Composition :

NORETHISTERONE ACETATE-15MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Goddres Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About N-Ethi 15 Tablet

N-Ethi 15 Tablet is used to treat heavy, painful, or irregular periods, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and endometriosis. Additionally, N-Ethi 15 Tablet may be used in the treatment of breast cancer. Endometriosis is a disorder in which the uterus's tissue lining (endometrium) grows on the ovaries, intestines, or fallopian tubes. The most common symptom is pelvic pain.

N-Ethi 15 Tablet contains Norethisterone acetate that works by mimicking the activity of the natural hormone progesterone. Thereby, it restores hormone levels in the body and regulates the growth and shedding of the womb lining. Thus, it helps to treat menstrual disorders.

Take N-Ethi 15 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take N-Ethi 15 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience unusual vaginal bleeding or spotting, dizziness, dry mouth, constipation, nausea, diarrhoea, headache, breast pain, and tenderness. Most of these side effects of N-Ethi 15 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to N-Ethi 15 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. N-Ethi 15 Tablet is not recommended for pregnant women as it may harm the unborn baby. If you are breastfeeding, consult a doctor before taking N-Ethi 15 Tablet. It is advised to use effective non-hormonal contraceptives such as condoms to avoid pregnancy while taking N-Ethi 15 Tablet. You are advised to stop smoking while taking N-Ethi 15 Tablet N-Ethi 15 Tablet as it may increase the risk of adverse effects.

Uses of N-Ethi 15 Tablet

Treatment of Heavy, painful or irregular periods, Premenstrual syndrome (PMS), Endometriosis and Breast cancer

Directions for Use

Take N-Ethi 15 Tablet with or without food or as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

N-Ethi 15 Tablet belongs to the class of progestogens used to treat heavy, painful, or irregular periods, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and endometriosis. Additionally, N-Ethi 15 Tablet may be used in the treatment of breast cancer. N-Ethi 15 Tablet contains Norethisterone acetate, a synthetic hormone that mimics the activity of the natural hormone progesterone. Thereby, it restores hormone levels in the body and regulates the growth and shedding of the womb lining. Thus, it helps to treat menstrual disorders.

How N-Ethi 15 Tablet Works

N-Ethi 15 Tablet contains Norethisterone acetate that works by mimicking the activity of the natural hormone progesterone. Thereby, it restores hormone levels in the body and regulates the growth and shedding of the womb lining. Thus, it helps to treat menstrual disorders.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of N-Ethi 15 Tablet

  • Unusual vaginal bleeding or spotting

  • Dizziness

  • Dry mouth

  • Constipation

  • Abdominal pain/cramps

  • Nausea

  • Diarrhea

  • Headache

  • Breast pain and tenderness
     

What if I have taken an overdose of N-Ethi 15 Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Overdose of N-Ethi 15 Tablet may cause nausea and vomiting. Consult your doctor in case of an overdose.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to N-Ethi 15 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. N-Ethi 15 Tablet is not recommended for pregnant women as it may harm an unborn baby. If you are breastfeeding, consult a doctor before taking N-Ethi 15 Tablet. It is advised to use effective non-hormonal contraceptives such as condoms to avoid pregnancy while taking N-Ethi 15 Tablet. You are advised to stop smoking while taking N-Ethi 15 Tablet as it may increase the risk of adverse effects. If you are about to undergo any surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking N-Ethi 15 Tablet as it may increase the effect of certain anaesthetics. If you experience sudden shortness of breath, rapid heartbeat, sudden, severe, sharp pain in the chest, or cough up blood, stop taking N-Ethi 15 Tablet and consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs of a blood clot in the lungs.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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NorethisteroneEslicarbazepine
Severe
NorethisteroneBosentan
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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NorethisteroneEslicarbazepine
Severe
How does the drug interact with N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's:
Eslicarbazepine may reduce the effects of N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's and its blood levels.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Eslicarbazepine and N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's results in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
NorethisteroneBosentan
Severe
How does the drug interact with N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's:
Co-administration of N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's with Bosentan can reduce the blood levels and effects of norethindrone.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's with Bosentan together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
NorethisteronePhenytoin
Severe
How does the drug interact with N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's:
Coadministration of Phenytoin and N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's may decrease the blood levels of N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's, which may make N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Phenytoin and N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. If you experience any symptoms, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
NorethisteroneRifapentine
Severe
How does the drug interact with N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's:
Combining Rifapentine and norethindrone reduces the blood levels and effects of norethindrone and increases the risk of bleeding and unintended pregnancy.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's and Rifapentine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you're having any of these symptoms like unexpected bleeding, abnormal bleeding, it's important to reach out to a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
NorethisteroneBoceprevir
Severe
How does the drug interact with N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's:
Using Boceprevir and N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's together can reduce the blood levels and decrease the effectiveness of norethindrone.

How to manage the interaction:
Combining Boceprevir with N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any symptoms like increased hot flashes, vaginal dryness, or menstrual abnormalities, abnormal bleeding, contact the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
NorethisteronePhenobarbital
Severe
How does the drug interact with N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's:
The combined use of N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's and phenobarbital can reduce the blood levels and effects of N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking phenobarbital and N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. If you experience any symptoms like abnormal bleeding, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
NorethisteroneTelaprevir
Severe
How does the drug interact with N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's:
Using Telaprevir and N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's together can increase risk of unintended pregnancy and decrease the effectiveness of norethindrone.

How to manage the interaction:
Combining Telaprevir with N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any symptoms like increased hot flashes, vaginal dryness, or menstrual abnormalities, contact the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
NorethisteronePrimidone
Severe
How does the drug interact with N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's:
Coadministration of N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's and primidone can reduce the blood levels and effects of N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's and increase the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's and Primidone, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience abnormal bleeding, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
NorethisteroneTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's:
Coadministration of N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's with Tizanidine can cause drowsiness, confusion, slow heart rate, shallow breathing, feeling light-headed, fainting.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's with Tizanidine together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any symptoms, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
NorethisteroneTranexamic acid
Severe
How does the drug interact with N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's:
Using tranexamic acid together with norethindrone may increase the risk of blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking N-Ethi 15 Tablet 5's with tranexamic acid can lead to an interaction, however, it can be taken only if a doctor has advised it. If you experience symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, coughing up blood, blood in the urine, sudden loss of vision, and pain, redness, or swelling in your arm or leg, contact a doctor immediately .Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid fried and processed foods.

  • Include fiber-rich foods like whole grains, fruits, and vegetables in your diet.

  • Avoid refined carbohydrates that are high in sugars.

  • Replace animal proteins (like eggs, fish, and meat) with vegetable protein sources (nuts, seeds, and beans).

  • Avoid drinking excess alcohol or caffeinated drinks as they can worsen the symptoms.

  • Maintain a healthy weight, do moderate exercise regularly.

  • Avoid smoking and alcohol intake.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

PROGESTIN
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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of N-Ethi 15 Tablet with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using N-Ethi 15 Tablet.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

N-Ethi 15 Tablet is a category X pregnancy drug and is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may harm the unborn baby. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

N-Ethi 15 Tablet is given to breastfeeding women only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

N-Ethi 15 Tablet usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Unsafe

N-Ethi 15 Tablet is not recommended if you have liver disease. However, if you have any concerns regarding this, please consult a doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Take N-Ethi 15 Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of N-Ethi 15 Tablet in children.

FAQs

N-Ethi 15 Tablet is used to treat heavy, painful, or irregular periods, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and endometriosis. Additionally, it may be used in the treatment of breast cancer.
N-Ethi 15 Tablet works by mimicking the activity of the natural hormone progesterone. Thereby, it restores hormone levels in the body and regulates the growth and shedding of the womb lining. Thus, it helps to treat menstrual disorders.
N-Ethi 15 Tablet may be used to delay periods. N-Ethi 15 Tablet keeps progesterone levels high and prevents shedding of the womb lining. However, please consult a doctor if you have any concerns.
N-Ethi 15 Tablet may increase the risk of a blood clot in the veins of the leg, especially if you are overweight, smoking, or have a history of a blood clot in the lungs or veins, repeated miscarriage or had major surgery, serious injury, or systemic lupus erythematosus (autoimmune disease). Therefore, please inform your doctor if you have any of these conditions before taking N-Ethi 15 Tablet.
You are not recommended to take N-Ethi 15 Tablet with rifampicin as it may decrease the levels of N-Ethi 15 Tablet in blood and reduce its effectiveness. However, please consult a doctor before taking N-Ethi 15 Tablet with other medicines.
Periods usually resume within 3 days of discontinuing N-Ethi 15 Tablet. However, please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.
N-Ethi 15 Tablet may cause changes in blood sugar levels. Therefore, it is advised to regularly monitor blood sugar levels while taking N-Ethi 15 Tablet. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes before taking N-Ethi 15 Tablet.
No, N-Ethi 15 Tablet is not a contraceptive on its own.
No, N-Ethi 15 Tablet is unlikely to cause weight loss.
The recommended dosage can vary greatly depending on the reason for taking the medication. It's crucial to follow your doctor's instructions precisely. Taking an incorrect dosage can lead to ineffective treatment or adverse side effects.
No, N-Ethi 15 Tablet does not cause miscarriages. However, it is not safe to take N-Ethi 15 Tablet during pregnancy.
N-Ethi 15 Tablet can generally be taken either before or after a meal. There is no strict requirement regarding the timing of food intake.
N-Ethi 15 Tablet contains Norethisterone acetate (NETA), a second-generation progestin.
The duration of N-Ethi 15 Tablet use can vary depending on the specific medical condition being treated.
Yes, N-Ethi 15 Tablet treats irregular menstrual cycles.
Even after taking N-Ethi 15 Tablet and having unprotected sex, one can get pregnant. However, N-Ethi 15 Tablet is a category X pregnancy drug. It is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may harm the unborn baby. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.
Common side effects of N-Ethi 15 Tablet may cause unusual vaginal bleeding or spotting, dizziness, dry mouth, constipation, nausea, diarrhoea, headache, breast pain, and tenderness. Most of these side effects of N-Ethi 15 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Yes, N-Ethi 15 Tablet can lead to weight gain in some persons. However, it's crucial to remember that this isn't a common adverse effect. The potential risk of weight gain varies based on the individual and the dosage. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are concerned about weight gain or have any other questions regarding norethisterone acetate. They can provide personalized information based on your circumstances.
Limited research is available. Seek medical attention from your doctor if you have any questions. Remember that self-medication can be risky. Always consult with a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Yes, bleeding may occasionally occur while taking N-Ethi 15 Tablet. If you're experiencing bleeding while on N-Ethi 15 Tablet and you're concerned, it's important to consult with your healthcare provider. They can determine if the bleeding is normal or if there's another underlying issue.
N-Ethi 15 Tablet usually stops irregular bleeding within a few days. If bleeding persists or worsens, consult your doctor.
The duration of N-Ethi 15 Tablet use depends on your specific medical condition and the reason for taking it.
The exact dosage and schedule for norethisterone acetate will vary based on your individual health needs. It's essential to follow your doctor's instructions to ensure effective treatment and minimize side effects.
If you forget a dose of N-Ethi 15 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. If it's been more than 12 hours, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule or as directed by the physician.
Yes, N-Ethi 15 Tablet can interact with other medications. It's important to avoid taking N-Ethi 15 Tablet with any medications without consulting your doctor first. They can assess the potential risks and benefits and recommend alternative treatments if necessary.
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep N-Ethi 15 Tablet out of reach and out of sight to children.
N-Ethi 15 Tablet can be used to treat long-term disorders like endometriosis. But you should talk to your doctor about the long-term advantages and risks.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Unit No.304, A Wing, Western Edge Ii, Near Western Express Highway, Borivali (East), Mumbai 400066.
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Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

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Reviewed By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jan 1, 2025 | 2:46 PM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.1494.pdf
  2. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/norethindrone.html
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