The drug belongs to gestagen-containing drugs and is used in gynecology. Norkolut is produced in tablet form. The composition of the drug includes one active substance - norethisterone.
The drug refers to progestogens. Under the influence of the active component, the state of the uterine mucosa changes, and the production of gonadotropin by the pituitary gland is also blocked. In addition, the onset of ovulation is inhibited. In the article, we consider the analogues of Norkolut.
When is the medicine prescribed?
Norkolut is recommended for people to eliminate the following diseases and conditions:
- Anovulatory cycle (monophasic menstrual cycle, characterized by the absence of ovulation and the development phase of the corpus luteum, while maintaining the regularity and rhythm of uterine bleeding).
- Lack of menstruation.
- Uterine fibroids (a disease of the female genital area, characterized by the formation and growth of a benign tumor in the myometrium).
- The medication is prescribed to inhibit the process of milk production in nursing mothers.
- Premenstrual syndrome.
- Mastopathy (a benign disease of the mammary gland characterized by abnormal proliferation of its tissues, pain).
Limitations
Norkolut can only be used as directed by a doctor. Before treatment, you should familiarize yourself with the annotation. Treatment with this drug is prohibited in the following conditions:
- Malignant neoplasms in the female genital organs.
- Diseases of the liver, which are accompanied by a violation of the organ.
- Obesity.
- Jaundice (icteric staining of the skin and visible mucous membranes, due to the increased content of bilirubin in the blood and tissues).
- Acute inflammatory lesion of the veins or obstruction of the lumen of the veins.
- Herpes (a viral disease that appears on the mucous membranes and skin in grouped vesicles).
- Individual intolerance.
- Age to 18 years.
- 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 decrease their lumen).
- Epilepsy (a chronic neurological disease, manifested in the predisposition of the body to the sudden onset of convulsive attacks).
- High blood pressure.
- Pregnancy.
- Diabetes mellitus (a disease of the endocrine system caused by absolute or relative insufficiency in the body of insulin - the hormone of the pancreas, resulting in hyperglycemia).
- Disturbances in the functioning of the nervous system.
Instruction manual
According to the instructions for use, it is known that 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 per 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 a week.
In all other situations, the concentration of Norkolut is established individually under the supervision of a doctor, after examination.
Negative effects
When using this medicine in humans, the following adverse reactions were observed:
- Headaches.
- Increased nipple sensitivity.
- Breast engorgement.
- Decreased sensation in the legs and arms.
- Sensation of "crawling creeps" on the skin.
- The tendency to develop thrombosis and inflammation of the veins.
- Weight gain.
- Rashes on the epidermis.
- Allergic reactions.
Modern analogues of Norkolut
The drug does not have structural substitutes, but in pharmacies you can buy tablets that are similar in their pharmacological effects. These medicines are:
- "Diane 35".
- "Proginova."
- Gineprost.
- "Familywell".
- Logest.
- Novinet.
- "Yarina."
- "Regulon."
Before replacing Norkolut with an analogue, consult a doctor.
"Regulon"
The drug is considered a monophasic oral drug. "Regulon" is used to prevent unwanted pregnancy. Tablets contain 2 main substances - ethinyl estradiol 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 release of a mature egg. In addition to the active component, tablets make it difficult for spermatozoa to move in the cervical canal due to thickening of mucus and change the inner layer of the uterine wall, which prevents the attachment of a fertilized egg.
The analogue of Norkolut tablets also has a positive effect on the lipid metabolism of a woman’s body, increasing the concentration of high density lipoproteins, stabilizing the menstrual cycle, and reducing the intensity of bleeding.
After using the drug, the active ingredients are rapidly and almost completely absorbed into the bloodstream from the intestine. They bind to blood proteins and spread evenly throughout the tissues. Metabolism occurs in the liver with the formation of inactive decay products, which are excreted from the body with urine and feces.
"Yarina"
Combined contraceptive medication. The composition of the medicine includes the following active ingredients:
- drospirenone;
- ethinyl estradiol betadex clathrate;
- calcium levomefolate - 0.451 mg.
"Yarina" is considered an analogue of "Norkolut". This is a low-dose monophasic oral medicine designed to protect against unwanted pregnancy.
"Familywell"
Phytopreparation, which includes natural components, an additional source of phytoestrogen soy and red clover, tocopherol. The medication is in tablet form.
Its spectrum of exposure is due to a combination of natural substances, which include phytoestrogens of soy and red clover, as well as soy protein and vitamin E. “Familywell” is not a hormonal analogue of “Norkolut” without weight gain. Pretty popular with women.
The medication reduces the severity of hormonal disorders in the fair half. It also alleviates the symptoms of menopause.
“Familywell” is an analogue of “Norkolut” with a smaller “side effect” 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 breast tumors and osteoporosis. Phytoestrogen has an estrogen-like effect, and also corresponds to physiological norms and does not provoke negative effects.
During menopause, using femiwell may be an alternative to hormone treatment. The research results confirm the relief of menopause, reduce the likelihood of osteoporosis, as well as atherosclerosis or cardiac ischemia in women.
Novinet
From the instructions for use with the Norkolut analogue, it is known that the drug belongs to the pharmacological group of drugs as monophasic birth control pills. Novinet is used as an oral contraceptive to prevent unwanted pregnancies in women of the fair half of reproductive age.
The composition of the drug includes two active components:
- ethinyl estradiol;
- desogestrel.
Tablets are packaged in a blister pack of 21 pieces. After using the medication, the severity of uterine menstrual bleeding is significantly reduced, the menstrual cycle is stabilized, and the functional state of the skin is improved, 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 on the analogue of Norkolut, it is known that the drug is taken orally, regardless of food intake. Tablets are consumed once a day at the same time. Use the medicine from the first day of the menstrual cycle for 21 days, then take a week break.
"Proginova"
Estrogenic anti-menopause medication. "Proginova" is made in the form of a dragee. The composition of the drug includes estradiol valerate.
In addition, the structure of the medication includes estrogen, which in the human body turns into natural 17β-estradiol. During treatment, ovulation is not suppressed.
"Proginova" almost does not affect the production of hormones in the body itself. Representatives of the fair half of estradiol valerate make up for estrogen deficiency after menopause and are needed to provide effective treatment for psychoemotional and autonomic menopausal symptoms.
Hormone replacement therapy positively affects the concentration of fibrillar protein in the skin and its density. In addition, the drug helps slow down the appearance of wrinkles. The analogue of Norkolut in Russia is Gineprost.
Reviews
Each women's site has a huge number of reviews on the intake of hormonal drugs for the treatment of gynecological diseases. "Norkolut" is used actively in endometriosis. From the experience of women who used it, it is known that the medication has a positive effect in this situation - it reduces the intensity and duration of bleeding.
Tablets are used for menstrual irregularities to cause menstruation. Already on the sixth day of use, the desired effect is achieved.
The available responses to Norkolut with myoma are not enough to judge the effectiveness in this pathological process, but several women report that the drug delayed the long-term growth of fibroids.