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Does Norethindrone Cause Rapid Weight Gain?
I was wondering if Norethindrone typically causes rapid weight gain. I have been on it since October and have gained 10 lbs. I work out regularly and watch what I eat for the most part, but it just seems to pile on. Is this common and is there an alternative?
Tue, 11 Aug 2015
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Norethindrone is a synthetic progestin used for treatment of abnormal urerine bleeding.
Its usual side effects include: edema, nausea, breast tenderness, irregular periods, spotting and headache.
Yes, weight change is also one of the side effect experienced by few people.
Hope this information provided is helpful.
Thanks for posting in HCM.
Norethindrone is a synthetic progestin used for treatment of abnormal urerine bleeding.
Its usual side effects include: edema, nausea, breast tenderness, irregular periods, spotting and headache.
Yes, weight change is also one of the side effect experienced by few people.
Hope this information provided is helpful.
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