Period Delay
What is Norethisterone?
Norethisterone is an effective period delay tablet that belongs to a group of medicines called progestogens. They replicate the properties of the naturally-occurring female hormone progesterone, which is responsible for halting periods. Norethisterone treatment contains 5mg of the active ingredient norethisterone.
Delay Your Period – Safe & Convenient
Planning a holiday, wedding, festival, or special event?
Our period delay service makes it easy to take control of your cycle — safely and quickly.
What Is the Period Delay Service?
Our service offers prescription medication that helps you delay your period by up to 17 days.
- Suitable for women aged 16 to 50
- Not currently taking the contraceptive pill
- Quick in-pharmacy consultation with our pharmacist
- Available at Redwood Pharmacy – no appointment needed
How Does It Work?
Period delay tablets contain a synthetic version of progesterone, a hormone that helps maintain the womb lining.
By keeping progesterone levels high, the tablets prevent your period from starting.
When & How to Take It
- Start 3 days before your period is due
- Take 1 tablet three times a day
- Continue for up to 17 days
- Your period will begin 2–3 days after stopping the tablets
Why Choose Us?
- No need for a GP appointment
- Fast, discreet service
- Expert advice from trained pharmacists
- Competitive pricing