Can Primolut-N Be Taken To Delay Menstruation?

Posted on Thu, 23 Apr 2015

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Question : My LMP was on 14.04.2015. My cycle is normally 25-30 days. I am thus due for my next period between 08-05-2015 and 12-05-2015 roughly. There are unavoidable religious commitments planned for those days and i would like to hence delay my periods by a few days.
I was suggested Primolut N for this purpose. Would that be a good option? What is the dosage i should take, from when and for what duration?

P.S: I am on Thyronorm 75mcg presently.

Answered by Dr. Soumya (23 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
You can postpone periods

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thanks for your query.

I have read you query and I understand your concerns.

I would start primolut N 5 mg 2 times a day from 4th May to 12th May. This will help you to postpone periods.

I hope I answered you query and addressed your concerns.

Let me know if you wish to ask any further questions. I will be glad to help you.

Regards,
Dr. Soumya

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Soumya (21 minutes later)

Thank you Doctor for your prompt response.
I would request you to please clarify some points...

When should i take the tablet specifically during the day - twice meaning morning and night? Tablet to be taken before/after food?
I take Thyronorm on empty stomach in the morning.

If i stop taking the tablet on 12th, when can i expect my periods next?

Are there any do's/dont's to be followed while taking these tablets? Any signs i need to be watchful of?

My apprehensions are so as I have never taken medication for such circumstances before...

Thank you....

Answered by Dr. Soumya (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Tablets after breakfast and dinner

Detailed Answer:
Hi

These tablets need to be taken once in morning after breakfast and once at night after dinner.

You will get periods within a week after stopping tablets on 12th.

No additional precautions needed. No dos and donts specifically.

Let me know if you need any more clarification.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj