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Primolut N
Hey, my period was late for 2 months so i asked a dr he told me to take primolut nor 5mg.
I have been taking it for 9 days
Does it cause water retention ? Because i weighted myself this morning and i realized that i gained 2 pounds..
Thank you
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Dr. Mina Bulchandani
Gynecologist
23 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Yes it can cause water retention, please stop now, you will get periods within 3to 10days
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Dr. Nidhi Sharma
Gynecologist/Obstetrician
23 yrs exp
Chennai
You can stop after 9 days ( actually 5 days is enough)
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You will get your periods after you stop taking the medication after 7 days
Health Tips
Take a boiled egg daily
Avoid lifting weights and stress
Drink lots of water and fruits juice sleep for 8 hours at bedtime with light off
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Dr. Jay Desai
Obstetrics & Gynecology
7 yrs exp
Pathanamthitta
It's a hormone ( steriods) and known for water retention and there by causing weight gain
It's needed only for 5 days.
Avoid such mishap in future!
Take care
Stay safe
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