The drug belongs to gestagen-containing agents and is used in gynecology. "Norkolut" is produced in tablet form. The composition of the drug includes one active ingredient - norethisterone.
The drug belongs to progestogens. Under the influence of the active component, the state of the mucous membrane of the uterus changes, and the production of gonadotropin by the pituitary gland is also blocked. In addition, the process of ovulation is inhibited. In the article, we will consider analogues of "Norkolut".
When the medicine is prescribed
"Norkolut" is recommended to people to eliminate the following diseases and conditions:
- Anovulatory cycle (monophasic menstrual cycle, characterized by the absence of ovulation and the phase of development of the corpus luteum, while maintaining the regularity and rhythm of the uterinebleeding).
- No period.
- Uterine fibroids (a disease of the female genital area, characterized by the formation and growth of a benign tumor in the myometrium).
- The drug is prescribed to inhibit the process of milk production in nursing mothers.
- Premenstrual syndrome.
- Mastopathy (a benign disease of the mammary gland, characterized by pathological growth of its tissues, pain).
Restrictions
"Norkolut" can be used only as directed by a doctor. Before therapy, you should read the annotation. Treatment with this drug is prohibited under the following conditions:
- Malignant neoplasms in the female genital organs.
- Liver disease, which is accompanied by disruption of the organ.
- Obesity.
- Jaundice (icteric coloration of the skin and visible mucous membranes due to increased levels of bilirubin in the blood and tissues).
- Acute inflammation of the veins or blockage of the lumen of the veins.
- Herpes (a viral disease that manifests itself on the mucous membranes and skin in clustered blisters).
- Individual intolerance.
- Under 18 years of age.
- Bronchial asthma (a chronic inflammatory disease of the respiratory tract, characterized by asthma attacks of varying duration and frequency).
- Tendency to bronchospasm and bronchial obstruction (a pathological condition that occurs when the smooth muscles of the bronchi contract and reduce their lumen).
- Epilepsy (a chronic neurological disease that manifests itself in the body's predisposition to the sudden onset of seizures).
- High blood pressure.
- Pregnancy.
- Diabetes mellitus (a disease of the endocrine system caused by an absolute or relative deficiency in the body of insulin, a hormone of the pancreas, resulting in hyperglycemia).
- Disturbances in the functioning of the nervous system.
Instructions
According to the instructions for use, it is known that the tablets are taken orally. Depending on the indications, the dosage is determined individually.
With myomatous nodes in the uterus, as well as endometriosis, the medication is prescribed two tablets a day from the 5th to the 25th day of the cycle.
In case of miscarriage or artificial termination after 16 weeks for medical reasons to prevent lactation, the drug is prescribed 3 tablets per day on the first day, on the second day - 2 pieces, from the fourth day - 1 piece per day for weeks.
In all other situations, the concentration of "Norkolut" is set individually under the supervision of a doctor, after examination.
Negative effects
The following adverse reactions have been observed in people treated with this medicine:
- Headaches.
- Increased nipple sensitivity.
- Breast engorgement.
- Desensitization in legs and arms.
- Skin crawling sensationcover.
- Tendency to develop thrombosis and inflammation of the veins.
- Weight gain.
- Rashes on the epidermis.
- Allergic reactions.
Modern analogues of "Norkolut"
The drug has no structural substitutes, but in pharmacies you can buy tablets that are similar in their pharmacological effects. These medicines are:
- "Diana-35".
- "Proginova".
- "Gineprost".
- "Femiwell".
- "Logest".
- "Novinet".
- "Yarina".
- "Regulon".
Before replacing Norkolut with an analogue, you should consult a doctor.
Regulon
The drug is considered a monophasic oral drug. "Regulon" is used to prevent unwanted pregnancy. The tablets contain 2 main substances - ethinylestradiol and desogestrel.
According to the instructions for use, it is known that "Regulon" has a contraceptive effect. The drug inhibits the synthesis of gonadotropin hormones, the process of the release of a mature egg. In addition to the active ingredient, the tablets make it difficult for sperm to move in the cervical canal due to thickening of the mucus and change the inner layer of the uterine wall, which prevents the process of attaching a fertilized egg.
An analogue of Norkolut tablets also has a positive effect on lipid metabolismthe body of a woman, increasing the concentration of high-density lipoproteins, stabilize the menstrual cycle, reduce the intensity of bleeding.
After using the drug, the active ingredients are quickly and almost completely absorbed into the bloodstream from the intestines. They bind to blood proteins and evenly distributed throughout the tissues. The exchange occurs in the liver with the formation of inactive decay products that are excreted from the body with urine and feces.
Yarina
Combined contraceptive medication. The composition of the drug includes the following active ingredients:
- drospirenone;
- ethinylestradiol betadex clathrate;
- calcium levomefolate - 0.451 mg.
"Yarina" is considered an analogue of "Norkolut". It is a low-dose monophasic oral medication designed to protect against unwanted pregnancy.
Femiwell
Phytopreparation, which includes natural ingredients, an additional source of phytoestrogens from soy and red clover, tocopherol. The drug is produced in tablet form.
Its spectrum of action is due to a combination of natural substances that include soy and red clover phytoestrogens, as well as soy protein and vitamin E. Femiwell is a non-hormonal analogue of Norkolut without weight gain. Pretty popular with women.
The drug reduces the severityhormonal disorders in the fair half. It also relieves menopausal symptoms.
"Femiwell" is an analogue of "Norkolut" with less "side effects" than other drugs. The medicine helps to improve the lipid composition of the blood, reduce the risk of heart and vascular lesions and atherosclerosis. In addition, the drug provides prevention of the development of neoplasms of the mammary gland and osteoporosis. Phytoestrogen has an estrogen-like effect, and also corresponds to physiological norms and does not provoke negative effects.
During menopause, the use of "Femivell" can be an alternative to hormonal treatment. The results of studies confirm the relief of menopause, reducing the likelihood of osteoporosis, as well as atherosclerosis or cardiac ischemia in women.
Novinet
From the instructions for use to the analogue of "Norkolut" it is known that the drug belongs to the pharmacological group of drugs monophasic contraceptive pills. "Novinet" is used as an oral contraceptive to prevent unwanted pregnancy in women of reproductive age.
The composition of the drug includes two active ingredients:
- ethinylestradiol;
- desogestrel.
Pills are packaged in a blister of 21 pieces. After using the medication, the severity of uterine menstrual bleeding is significantly reduced, it stabilizesmenstrual cycle, as well as the functional state of the skin improves, acne is eliminated.
After using the drug, the active ingredients are quickly and almost completely absorbed into the general bloodstream from the intestinal lumen.
From the instructions and reviews to the analogue of "Norkolut" it is known that the drug is taken orally, regardless of food intake. Tablets are taken once a day at the same time. Start using the medicine from the first day of the menstrual cycle for 21 days, then take a week break.
Proginova
Estrogen anti-menopausal drug. "Proginova" is produced in the form of a dragee. The composition of the drug includes estradiol valerate.
In addition, the structure of the drug includes estrogen, which in the human body turns into natural 17β-estradiol. Ovulation is not suppressed during treatment.
"Proginova" has almost no effect on the production of hormones in the body itself. Estradiol valerate in the fair half compensates for the estrogen deficiency after the onset of menopause and is needed to ensure effective treatment of psycho-emotional and vegetative menopausal symptoms.
Hormone replacement therapy has a positive effect on the concentration of fibrillar protein in the skin and its density. In addition, the drug helps to slow down the process of wrinkles. The analogue of "Norkolut" in Russia is "Gineprost".
Reviews
Each women's site has a huge amount of feedback on taking hormonal drugs for the treatment of gynecological diseases. "Norkolut" is actively used for endometriosis. From the experience of women who used it, it is known that the drug has a positive effect in this situation - it reduces the intensity and duration of bleeding.
Pills are used for menstrual irregularities to induce menstruation. Already on the sixth day of use, the desired effect is achieved.
The available responses to "Norkolut" in fibroids are not enough to judge the effectiveness in this pathological process, but several women report that the drug delayed the growth of fibroids.
