Norethindrone Acetate (Aygestin) Tips from Pharmacists

• You may experience some breakthrough bleeding on norethindrone acetate. Tell your health care professional if this is bothersome. You may need to temporarily discontinue treatment.

• Keep all your healthcare appointments during treatment. Follow your provider’s recommendations on how often to get a pelvic exam and breast exam.

• Tell all lab personnel you are on norethindrone acetate. This medication can affect the results of certain lab tests.

• This medication can cause melasma (dark patches on facial skin). Wear protective clothing and sunscreen and avoid the use of tanning beds and sunlamps.