Norethisterone Oenanthate

Contraceptive · Progestogen

Indications

Protection against conception by alteration of cervical mucus and prevention of sperm ascent into uterine cavity.

Dosage

Adults: One shot every two mth as a deep intramuscular injection.

Adverse Effects

Spotting, breakthrough bleeding and amenorrhoea.

Risk Factor (Pregnancy/Lactation)

Contraindications: Pregnancy, phlebitis or thromboembolic diseases, hypertension, chronic liver diseases, breast or uterus cancer, diabetes with vascular changes, Dubin-Johnson or Rotor syndromes.

Interactions

Barbiturates, phenylbutazone, hydantoins, rifampicin, ampicillin.

Brands with this active ingredient

• Norigest
• Nova-Ject

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