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Norethisterone is a synthetic version of progesterone, a natural hormone in your body which when present in high levels helps to maintain your womb lining. This prevents menstruation, hence period delay.
To use it effectively you must be able to predict when your period is due and start taking it 3 days before your due date and continue for the delay period (maximum of 17 days).
If you are already on the combined oral contraceptive pill, then delay your period by omitting the 7 day pill free break or use of inactive pills (do not take norethisterone).
To use it effectively you must be able to predict when your period is due and start taking it 3 days before your due date and continue for the delay period (maximum of 17 days).
If you are already on the combined oral contraceptive pill, then delay your period by omitting the 7 day pill free break or use of inactive pills (do not take norethisterone).
Tranexamic Acid is commonly used for heavy bleeding in women, such as occurs with fibroids and heavy periods (menorrhagia). It prevents blood clots from being broken down, leading to a reduction in bleeding. It can be taken intermittently depending on symptoms.
You may not need a prescription for it, but will be required to undergo a short consultation with the pharmacist to check suitability before purchasing.
You may not need a prescription for it, but will be required to undergo a short consultation with the pharmacist to check suitability before purchasing.
Levonorgestrel (Levonelle®):
EllaOne®:
In reality, both pills should be taken as soon as possible after UPSI and although it should only be used occasionally, it may be worth having some spare in your ‘medicine cabinet’ for ‘accidents’.
You do not need a prescription for either, but will be required to undergo a short consultation with the pharmacist to check suitability before issuing.
- Licensed for use within 72 hours of unprotected sexual intercourse (UPSI)
EllaOne®:
- Can be used within 120 hours of unprotected sexual intercourse
- Trials showed superiority over Levonelle after 72 hours
In reality, both pills should be taken as soon as possible after UPSI and although it should only be used occasionally, it may be worth having some spare in your ‘medicine cabinet’ for ‘accidents’.
You do not need a prescription for either, but will be required to undergo a short consultation with the pharmacist to check suitability before issuing.
Orlistat is a clinically proven weight loss medication designed to decrease the absorption of fat from your diet. It is indicated in people with a BMI over 30 or 28 (if additional risk factors are present).
Available over the counter in the lower strength, the prescription only version i.e. 120mg reduces fat absorbed by just over a third with trials showing losses of about 5% of body weight over 12 weeks of treatments, and up to 10% over a year- twice as much weight loss as someone aiming to lose weight using diet alone.
Saxenda is a prescription only injection which is also clinically proven to promote weight loss. It is equally effective across all races including black people where other interventions show a slower decline in weight loss. It is fast acting with noticeable differences often seen within weeks of starting treatment. It reduces hunger and food intake by increasing feelings of fullness and satiety.
*Maximal effect of either drug is seen when taken under supervision as part of a weight loss programme
Contact us for further advise on a suitable option for you.
Price: £200
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Available over the counter in the lower strength, the prescription only version i.e. 120mg reduces fat absorbed by just over a third with trials showing losses of about 5% of body weight over 12 weeks of treatments, and up to 10% over a year- twice as much weight loss as someone aiming to lose weight using diet alone.
Saxenda is a prescription only injection which is also clinically proven to promote weight loss. It is equally effective across all races including black people where other interventions show a slower decline in weight loss. It is fast acting with noticeable differences often seen within weeks of starting treatment. It reduces hunger and food intake by increasing feelings of fullness and satiety.
*Maximal effect of either drug is seen when taken under supervision as part of a weight loss programme
Contact us for further advise on a suitable option for you.
Price: £200
BOOK CONSULTATION