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Composition :

NORETHISTERONE-15MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Obsurge Biotech Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Dub 15 CR Tablet

Dub 15 CR Tablet belongs to the class of medicines called progestogens used to treat heavy, painful, or irregular periods, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and endometriosis. Additionally, Dub 15 CR Tablet may be used in the treatment of breast cancer. Endometriosis is a disorder in which the uterus's tissue lining (endometrium) grows on the ovaries, bowel, or tissues lining the pelvis. The most common symptom is pelvic pain.

Dub 15 CR Tablet contains Norethisterone that works by mimicking the activity of the natural hormone progesterone. Thereby, it restores hormone levels in the body and regulates the growth and shedding of the womb lining. Thus, it helps to treat menstrual disorders.

Take Dub 15 CR Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Dub 15 CR Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience unusual vaginal bleeding or spotting, dizziness, dry mouth, constipation, nausea, diarrhea, headache, breast pain, and tenderness. Most of these side effects of Dub 15 CR Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Dub 15 CR Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Dub 15 CR Tablet is not recommended for pregnant women as it may harm the unborn baby. If you are breastfeeding, consult a doctor before taking Dub 15 CR Tablet. It is advised to use effective non-hormonal contraceptives such as condoms to avoid pregnancy while taking Dub 15 CR Tablet. You are advised to stop smoking while taking Dub 15 CR Tablet as it may increase the risk of adverse effects.

Uses of Dub 15 CR Tablet

Heavy, painful or irregular periods, Premenstrual syndrome (PMS), Endometriosis, Breast cancer

Directions for Use

Take Dub 15 CR Tablet with or without food as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Dub 15 CR Tablet contains Norethisterone, a synthetic hormone that mimics the activity of the natural hormone progesterone. Thereby, it restores hormone levels in the body and regulates the growth and shedding of the womb lining. Thus, it helps to treat menstrual disorders.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Dub 15 CR Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Dub 15 CR Tablet is not recommended for pregnant women as it may harm an unborn baby. If you are breastfeeding, consult a doctor before taking Dub 15 CR Tablet. It is advised to use effective non-hormonal contraceptives such as condoms to avoid pregnancy while taking Dub 15 CR Tablet. You are advised to stop smoking while taking Dub 15 CR Tablet as it may increase the risk of adverse effects. If you are about to undergo any surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking Dub 15 CR Tablet as it may increase the effect of certain anesthetics. If you experience sudden shortness of breath, rapid heartbeat, sudden, severe, sharp pain in the chest, or cough up blood, stop taking Dub 15 CR Tablet and consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs of a blood clot in the lungs.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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NorethisteroneTizanidine
Severe
NorethisteroneMycophenolic acid
Severe

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NorethisteroneTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dub 15 CR Tablet:
Coadministration of Dub 15 CR Tablet with Tizanidine can cause drowsiness, confusion, slow heart rate, shallow breathing, feeling light-headed, fainting.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dub 15 CR Tablet with Tizanidine together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any symptoms, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
NorethisteroneMycophenolic acid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dub 15 CR Tablet:
Coadministration of Dub 15 CR Tablet and Mycophenolic acid can decrease the levels and effects of Dub 15 CR Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Mycophenolic acid and Dub 15 CR Tablet, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience hot flashes, vaginal dryness, or abnormal bleeding consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
NorethisteroneCarbamazepine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dub 15 CR Tablet:
Taking carbamazepine and Dub 15 CR Tablet may possibly reduce the effects of Dub 15 CR Tablet which may result in higher risk of breakthrough bleeding and unexpected pregnancy.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking carbamazepine and Dub 15 CR Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. Contact your doctor if you experience hot flashes, vaginal dryness, or uncontrolled bleeding. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
NorethisteronePrimidone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dub 15 CR Tablet:
Coadministration of Dub 15 CR Tablet and primidone can reduce the blood levels and effects of Dub 15 CR Tablet and increase the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Dub 15 CR Tablet and Primidone, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience abnormal bleeding, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
NorethisteroneBosentan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dub 15 CR Tablet:
Co-administration of Dub 15 CR Tablet with Bosentan can reduce the blood levels and effects of norethindrone.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dub 15 CR Tablet with Bosentan together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
NorethisteroneAcitretin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dub 15 CR Tablet:
Coadministration of Acitretin with Dub 15 CR Tablet may interfere with the contraceptive effect of Dub 15 CR Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Acitretin and Dub 15 CR Tablet should be used together only if prescribed by your doctor. Use of at least two methods of effective contraception is mandatory during acitretin therapy and for at least 3 years after stopping therapy.
NorethisteroneAmprenavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dub 15 CR Tablet:
Coadministration of Amprenavir and Dub 15 CR Tablet together may reduce amprenavir effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Combining Amprenavir with Dub 15 CR Tablet can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
NorethisteroneFosamprenavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dub 15 CR Tablet:
Using norethindrone together with fosamprenavir may decrease the effects of fosamprenavir.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dub 15 CR Tablet with Fosamprenavir together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you're taking birth control and experiencing any symptoms, it's important to reach out to a doctor right away. They can recommend other options that won't interfere with your medication. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
NorethisteroneGriseofulvin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dub 15 CR Tablet:
Taking griseofulvin with Dub 15 CR Tablet may reduce blood levels and the effects of Dub 15 CR Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Griseofulvin and Dub 15 CR Tablet, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any of these symptoms like unexpected bleeding or abnormal bleeding, it's important to contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
NorethisteroneFosphenytoin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dub 15 CR Tablet:
Coadministration of Dub 15 CR Tablet with Fosphenytoin can reduces the blood levels and effects of Dub 15 CR Tablet .

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dub 15 CR Tablet with Fosphenytoin together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you experience symptoms of abnormal bleeding while using birth control, it's important to contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid fried and processed foods.
  • Include fiber-rich foods like whole grains, fruits, and vegetables in your diet.
  • Avoid refined carbohydrates that are high in sugars.
  • Replace animal proteins (like eggs, fish, and meat) with vegetable protein sources (nuts, seeds, and beans).
  • Avoid drinking excess alcohol or caffeinated drinks as they can worsen the symptoms.
  • Maintain a healthy weight, do moderate exercise regularly.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol intake.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

PROGESTIN

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FAQs

Dub 15 CR Tablet contains Norethisterone, a synthetic hormone that works by mimicking the activity of the natural hormone progesterone. Thereby, it restores hormone levels in the body and regulates the growth and shedding of the womb lining. Thus, it helps to treat menstrual disorders.

Dub 15 CR Tablet may be used to delay periods. Dub 15 CR Tablet keeps progesterone levels high and prevents shedding of the womb lining. However, please consult a doctor before using Dub 15 CR Tablet.

Dub 15 CR Tablet may increase the risk of a blood clot in the veins of the leg, especially if you are overweight, smoking, or have a history of a blood clot in the lungs or veins, repeated miscarriage or have major surgery, serious injury, or systemic lupus erythematosus (autoimmune disease). Therefore, please inform your doctor if you have any of these conditions before taking Dub 15 CR Tablet.

You are not recommended to take Dub 15 CR Tablet with rifampicin as it may decrease the levels of Dub 15 CR Tablet in blood and reduce its effectiveness. However, please consult a doctor before taking Dub 15 CR Tablet with other medicines.

Periods usually resume within 3 days of discontinuing Dub 15 CR Tablet. However, please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

Dub 15 CR Tablet may cause changes in blood sugar levels. Therefore, it is advised to regularly monitor blood sugar levels while taking Dub 15 CR Tablet and inform your doctor if you have diabetes before taking Dub 15 CR Tablet.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • NELFINAVIR
  • RITONAVIR
  • AMINOGLUTETHIMIDE
  • COTRIMOXAZOLE
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • TETRACYCLINE
  • CICLOSPORIN

Special Advise

  • Dub 15 CR Tablet may interfere with certain laboratory tests. Therefore, inform your doctor that you are taking Dub 15 CR Tablet before undergoing any tests.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Endometriosis: It is a disorder in which the tissue lining the uterus (endometrium) grows on the ovaries, bowel, or tissues lining the pelvis. The most common symptom is pelvic pain. Other symptoms of endometriosis include lower back pain, painful periods, heavy menstrual bleeding, pain following sexual intercourse, or discomfort with bowel movements. 

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