Can I Take Regestrone For Irregular Periods Despite Having Hyperthyroidism?

Posted on Thu, 30 Oct 2014

Medically reviewed by Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team

Thu, 30 Oct 2014 Answered on

Mon, 24 Nov 2014 Last reviewed on

Question : Hii Doctor,
I have thyroid problem(hyperthyroidism). Can i take regestrone tablets for getting periods as my periods are very irreggular like once in 3 - 4 months and because of this i am undergoing lots of emotional imbalance as well as its affecting my work also.
Please help

Answered by Dr. Aarti Abraham (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
PLEASE PROVIDE MORE DETAILS

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for writing to us with your health concern.
I think your query is incorrect.
You must be having hypothyroidism, not hyperthyroidism.
That is why you are taking Thyroid hormone supplement - Thyronorm.
What is your latest TSH level ?
WHat is your height and weight ?
Please write back with these details so that I can guide you accordingly.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Take care.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Aarti Abraham (24 hours later)

The TSH level is 9.2
height - 5.8
weight - 72

Answered by Dr. Aarti Abraham (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
PROBABLY NOT TAKING IT PROPERLY ?

Detailed Answer:
Well, the TSH level is still high, inspite of taking Thyronorm 50 Micrograms daily.
Since when are you taking Thyronorm ?
Also, are you taking it properly?
One tablet has to be taken daily on an empty stomach, that means, nothing ( no water or tea or food ) has to be taken for atleast half an hour before taking the tablet.
Also, the bottle has to be stored away from direct light, in a cool place.
Take care.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Aarti Abraham (1 hour later)

Yes doctor, I am taking all the care precautions.. and taking tablets daily too.
i am taking it from march.
i have another question. If due to some reasons i discountinued taking tablets for few days. Than wht might be the problems?? Say like i could not take tablets for around 20 days.

Answered by Dr. Aarti Abraham (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
WHEN WAS TSH TESTING DONE

Detailed Answer:
If you miss tablets for 20 days, then the TSH levels would be erratic.
You definitely should not miss the tablets even for a single day, as it is essential to control thyroid levels.
Please let me know when was this TSH measured ?

Note: For more information on hormonal imbalance symptoms or unmanaged diabetes with other comorbid conditions, get back to us & Consult with an Endocrinologist. Click here to book an appointment.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar