Review the
side-effects of Mestranol and Norethindrone as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your
doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common-
Nausea, vomiting, breast tenderness, vaginal infection, spotting, weight changes and headache.
Genitourinary-
Irregular periods.
Central Nervous System -
Breast enlargement, decreased sex drive, vaginal itching or discharge, depression, confusion, headache, weakness, speech disorder, nervousness, dizziness and tiredness.
Gastrointestinal-
Stomach cramps, bloating and loss of appetite.
Miscellaneous-
Jaundice, dark urine, shoulder pain and sweating.
Other Precautions : * Monitor blood sugar level regularly while taking this medication.