Suggest Ways To Postpone Menstruation

Posted on Fri, 17 Mar 2017

Question: Hello Doctor,
I want to attend family XXXXXXX and that is coming during my periods could you suggest me the medicine which I can use to delay it and also from when should I start using and t when should I stop. My periods are due on 24th march. I have never used any medication to delay my periods earlier.

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (41 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Regestrone

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
To delay the periods, you can use tablet Regestrone twice a day.
The tablet should be started 3-4 days prior to the expected periods and to be continues till periods are desired to be delayed.
The periods will occur within 3-7 days of stopping the tablet.
I will suggest you to consult an OBGYN specialist to get appropriate prescription for the same.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN

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