Need to postpone your period for a trip, wedding, or exam? Let’s explore how period delay pills work, their timing, safety, and side-effects.
Travel or vacations * Wedding or event * Sports, exams, or fasting days * Personal comfort
These pills use *progesterone hormones* that prevent the uterus from shedding its lining — delaying your period safely for a few days or weeks.
Start your delay medicine *2–3 days before* your expected period. This gives your body time to respond and prevent early bleeding.
The most used medicine is *Norethisterone (5 mg)* — usually taken *3 times daily*. You can safely delay your period for *up to 17 days* with medical guidance.
Avoid these pills if you have: * Liver or kidney pr Blood clot history oblems * Severe migraines * Pregnancy or breastfeeding Always consult a *gynecologist* first!
Your period usually begins *within 2–3 days* of stopping the medicine. Your next cycle may shift slightly — that’s normal!