Medicine overview
Description
Composition
This catalog's own data lists Noret 28's progestin as "Norgestrel" at 0.30mg; however, this product is more accurately identified as containing Levonorgestrel 0.15mg, which is the active ingredient consistently associated with this specific product name and manufacturer, alongside Ethinylestradiol 0.03mg and Ferrous Fumarate 75mg. This matches the same generic combination used by several other Bangladeshi brands, including Femipil and Mayapill. Levonorgestrel is the active, more potent isomer of norgestrel and is conventionally dosed at roughly half the equivalent norgestrel figure, so this may reflect a labeling-convention difference rather than two different drugs. Consult the product packaging to confirm the exact active ingredient before use.
Composition: 21 white (hormone) tablets, each containing Ethinylestradiol 0.03mg and Levonorgestrel 0.15mg; and 7 brown (iron) tablets, each containing Ferrous Fumarate 75mg.
Uses & Indications
Noret 28 is a combined oral contraceptive with an iron supplement component, used for pregnancyprevention. It works by inhibiting ovulation and thickening cervical mucus to block spermpenetration. Per SMC Enterprise's own positioning, it is marketed as an affordable, good-qualitylow-dose contraceptive pill. The iron (Ferrous Fumarate) tablets also make it a reasonable optionfor women managing anemia related to heavy or irregular menstrual bleeding.
Dosage & Administration
Start on day 1 of your menstrual period (day 1 through 5 is acceptable). Take one tablet dailyat the same time, preferably with food or after dinner. For the first 21 days, take one white(hormone) tablet daily; for the following 7 days, take one brown (iron) tablet daily. Afterfinishing the brown tablets, start a new strip with white tablets immediately - there is no pill-free interval, regardless of whether your period has occurred. If you miss one dose:take it as soon as you remember, plus that day's normal tablet. If you miss two or moreconsecutive doses: contraceptive protection may be reduced - use backup contraception(such as condoms) for the next 7 days after resuming your normal schedule.
Precautions & Side Effects
Do not use if pregnant, or if you have a known hypersensitivity to any component. Use withcaution and physician monitoring if you have a thrombotic (blood clotting) disorder, liver disease,hypertension, or diabetes/prediabetes. Common side effects include headache, nausea, mood changes,vaginal infections, irregular bleeding, and general discomfort. Rare but serious risks associatedwith this drug class include liver tumors, jaundice, hypertension, and gallbladder disease. As withother combined contraceptives, women who smoke and are over 35, or who have a history of bloodclots, certain heart/vascular conditions, migraine with aura, or hormone-sensitive cancers, shoulddiscuss the suitability of this product with a physician even if not explicitly detailed on thelocal packaging.
Drug interactions: enzyme-inducing medications, including certain anticonvulsantsand rifampicin-class antibiotics, can reduce this product's contraceptive effectiveness - backupcontraception is advised if you are taking these. It's also advisable to space doses of this product from caffeine, dairy, or phytic-acid-rich foods, which can reduce iron absorption.
Storage & Safety
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of reach ofchildren. Do not use beyond the expiry date printed on the package.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What hormone does Noret 28 actually contain?
A: This product is most accurately identified as containing Levonorgestrel 0.15mg plus Ethinylestradiol 0.03mg in the white tablets, even though this catalog's own data field lists "Norgestrel 0.30mg." Check your product's printed packaging to confirm the exact active ingredient.
Q: What are the brown tablets for?
A: The 7 brown tablets contain Ferrous Fumarate (iron), taken during thehormone-free week of the cycle.
Q: What should I do if I miss a pill?
A: If you miss one dose, take it as soon as you remember along with that day'snormal tablet. If you miss two or more consecutive doses, use backup contraception for 7 days.
Q: Do I take a break between packs?
A: No, start the next pack's white tablets immediately after finishing thebrown tablets, regardless of bleeding status.
Q: Does anything reduce its effectiveness?
A: Yes - certain seizure medications and rifampicin-class antibiotics can reduceeffectiveness. Consult a physician if you take these.
Q: How should it be stored?
A: In a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture, and out of reach ofchildren.
Disclaimer
The information provided is accurate to the best of our knowledge, but it does not replace professional medical advice. We cannot guarantee its completeness or accuracy, and the absence of specific information about a drug should not be taken as an endorsement. We are not responsible for any consequences arising from this information, so please consult a healthcare professional for any concerns or questions.
