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Why hasn't my period started after finishing a five-day course of Crina NCR 15mg, how can I be absolutely sure I am not pregnant, and what should I do next to get my period to come?

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Why hasn't my period started after finishing a five-day course of Crina NCR 15mg, how can I be absolutely sure I am not pregnant, and what should I do next to get my period to come?

Asked by Female, 28 · 12 days ago

Vikas Singh

M Pharmacy

12 days ago

After finishing a five-day course of Crina NCR (norethisterone), it typically takes 3 to 10 days?and sometimes up to two weeks?for your withdrawal bleed to start. To be absolutely sure you aren't pregnant, I recommend taking a home pregnancy test; for the most accurate result, do this at least 14 days after your last unprotected intercourse, or consult your doctor for a blood test. If your period doesn't arrive within 10 to 14 days after your last pill, please reach out to your gynecologist. They will help evaluate your hormone levels and safely guide your next steps.

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