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Is Regestrone Harmful ?

Is regesterone harmful
Mon, 2 Jan 2012
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Regestrone if taken with pill free period in between and if taken with small doses of estrogen does not cause any significant harm to our body for short periods like 6 months or so. Be careful if you are planning to take it for longer.
Dr. Rakhi Tayal
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General Surgeon Dr. Rajinder Bajoria's  Response
Regestrone contains Norethindrone acetate and this is in combination with estrogen like hormones helps inducing period.
Common side effects while taking this drug include: changes in menstrual period, such as: spotting, or missed periods, light headedness, drowsiness, headaches, possible feverish, hot flashes, stomach ache, nausea, stomach pain, difficulty sleeping, weight loss or gain, and feeling weak. Disclaimer
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Is Regestrone Harmful ?

Hello. Welcome to HealthcareMagic forum. Regestrone if taken with pill free period in between and if taken with small doses of estrogen does not cause any significant harm to our body for short periods like 6 months or so. Be careful if you are planning to take it for longer. Dr. Rakhi Tayal