Noriday

What is Noriday?

Noriday contains one active ingredient, norethisterone. Norethisterone is a type of synthetic progestogen, therefore, Noriday is known as a progestogen-only pill or mini-pill.

How does Noriday work?

Noriday is able to prevent pregnancy by thickening the mucus around the cervix which makes it much harder for the sperm to enter the womb and fertilise an egg.

What is the difference between Noriday and other contraceptive pills?

Noriday is a type of progestogen-only pill. Progestogen-only pills contain varying amounts of progestogen and you take one pill each day in order. Some pills also contain oestrogen, they are known as combined oral contraceptive pills.

Who is Noriday suitable for?

Noriday may be most suitable for you if any of the following criteria apply:

• You suffer from migraines
• You are diabetic
• You are overweight
• You are over 40 years old
• You cannot use other methods of hormonal contraception, such as the combined oral contraceptive pill, the contraceptive implant, or hormonal IUDs.

How to start taking Noriday

You can start the Noriday at any point in your menstrual cycle. If you start it within the first 5 days of your period, it will act as contraceptive straight away. However, if you start Noriday at any other point in your menstrual cycle or if your cycle is less than 28 days, you should use other contraception with Noriday for the first two days. It is important that you take Noriday at the same time each day until the pack is finished, so when you first start taking Noriday, make sure you take it at a time of day that will be convenient for you for the rest of the month.  

The active ingredient in Noriday is norethisterone, which is a type of synthetic progestogen. 

Always read the patient information leaflet before taking any new medication. If you start taking a medication and develop symptoms of an allergic reaction i.e. swelling, breathing difficulties etc. stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention. Some potential side effects of Norgeston include: irregular periods, nausea, dizziness, headaches, reduced or increased libido, breast tenderness, skin changes, mood changes and ovarian cysts. If you experience any severe or prolonged side effects, seek medical advice.