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Different Forms of HRT: Micronor
(progestin -- norethindrone)

Also known as the "mini-pill," norethindrone is another synthetic progesterone that is similar to Aygestin, but has another chemical group attached to it. It’s widely used as an progesterone-only birth control pill, one that has fewer risks because it doesn’t contain estrogen. But it’s also used in HRT as a progesterone replacement. It’s a very low dose progestin -- only .35 mg. Because it’s such a low dose, it’s most commonly prescribed in continuous HRT -- you take both estrogen and Micronor every day. In addition, its low dose is a plus because it causes fewer side effects that other progestins. The other big plus? It stops breakthrough bleeding (bleeding while on continuous HRT) quickly, usually within 9 months.

  • Standard dosage: .35 mgs
  • Pros: Low dose, so causes fewer side effects; swiftly reduces breakthrough bleeding than
  • Cons: Low dose may require closer tracking to be sure to avoid endometrial problems; may cause increase in cholesterol levels and weight gain as well as other androgenic effects

 

 

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