Aygestin
Norethindrone 5mg tablets, used in the management of endometriosis and abnormal uterine bleeding. A synthetic progestogen that mimics progesterone.
- Category
- Women's Health
- Active ingredient
- Norethindrone
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 5mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Aygestin on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Endometriosis · Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
- Alternative names
- Primolut N; Utovlan
- Therapeutic class
- Progestogen
- Pharmacological class
- Progestogen
- Known off-label uses
- amenorrhoea
- Contraindications
- thromboembolic disorder; pregnancy; liver disease
- Precautions and warnings
- monitor for signs of blood clots; report visual disturbances
- Minor side effects
- headache; nausea
- Moderate side effects
- irregular menstruation; breast tenderness; weight gain
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Bayer
- Onset time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Keep away from light and excessive heat.
- Drug interactions
- rifampicin; st. john's wort
- Age restrictions
- Not for paediatric use.
Serious side effects
venous thromboembolism, requires immediate medical attention; cerebral thrombosis, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Norethindrone 5mg tablets, used in the management of endometriosis and abnormal uterine bleeding. A synthetic progestogen that mimics progesterone.
Mechanism of action
This medication is a synthetic progestogen. It mimics the natural hormone progesterone, creating a feedback mechanism on the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis to suppress ovulation and stabilize the endometrial lining.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Contraindicated; exclude pregnancy before starting. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
Aygestin featuring norethindrone helps treat conditions like endometriosis and abnormal uterine bleeding. The same active ingredient is also sold under other brand names such as Primolut N and Utovlan, provided as a tablet in a 5mg strength. This medication supports hormonal regulation for users who require consistent management of their reproductive health.
Buying Aygestin online
Generic norethindrone, much of it made in India, is far more affordable than the original Bayer brand. For expats and people living far from a fully stocked pharmacy, ordering online provides a straightforward way to access these medications across the region.
Is Aygestin the original brand?
Yes, Aygestin is the originator brand name, made by Bayer. Yasabai uses it to identify the medicine; what you receive is a generic with the same active ingredient (norethindrone) at the same dose, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
How much does Aygestin cost?
Aygestin comes in a 5mg strength, in packs of 10 to 180 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
Is Aygestin sold under other names?
Other brands of norethindrone include Primolut N and Utovlan.
What conditions is Aygestin used for?
Aygestin contains norethindrone, used for endometriosis and abnormal uterine bleeding. Norethindrone is a synthetic progestogen.
How quickly does Aygestin work?
Norethindrone usually starts to work within 1 to 2 hours, and its effect lasts about 24 hours. It varies from person to person.
What side effects can Aygestin cause?
The common side effects of norethindrone are headache and nausea. Less common ones include irregular menstruation, breast tenderness and weight gain. Serious but less common side effects include venous thromboembolism and cerebral thrombosis, which need urgent medical attention.
What does Aygestin interact with?
Norethindrone can interact with rifampicin and St John's wort. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start Aygestin.
Is Aygestin available over the counter in Thailand?
Yes. In Thailand norethindrone is sold by pharmacists without a prescription, and Yasabai does not ask for one either. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Aygestin to Thailand?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Aygestin is the originator brand name, made by Bayer. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Bayer and do not ship the original Aygestin.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Norethindrone) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.