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Is A Burning Sensation At The Vaginal Opening A Side Effect Of Taking Norethisterone?

I have recently been prescribed norethisterone as I have been continuously spotting for an unknown reason. I also have endometriosis. Two days into taking the tablets I started to feel as burning sensation at my vaginal opening. Could this be related to the norethisterone...?
Mon, 19 Nov 2018
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Hi,

Norethisterone is a synthetic form of progestin and has a similar action to the female hormone, progesterone. It is used to treat menstrual disorders and abnormal vaginal bleeding in women caused due to hormonal imbalances.

Itching in the vaginal region is not a known side effect caused by its intake. Kindly use 'V- wash' solution and keep the genital area under good hygiene. You can take Tablet. Levocetirizine to overcome itching symptom.

Despite this, if the symptoms continue to bother you, kindly consult Obstetrician for clinical evaluation and appropriate management.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Ashakiran S,
General & Family Physician
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Is A Burning Sensation At The Vaginal Opening A Side Effect Of Taking Norethisterone?

Hi, Norethisterone is a synthetic form of progestin and has a similar action to the female hormone, progesterone. It is used to treat menstrual disorders and abnormal vaginal bleeding in women caused due to hormonal imbalances. Itching in the vaginal region is not a known side effect caused by its intake. Kindly use V- wash solution and keep the genital area under good hygiene. You can take Tablet. Levocetirizine to overcome itching symptom. Despite this, if the symptoms continue to bother you, kindly consult Obstetrician for clinical evaluation and appropriate management. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ashakiran S, General & Family Physician