Best Medicines for Irregular Periods in India
Treatment depends on cause: hormonal, thyroid, PCOS, or stress.
Last updated: April 2026
Norethisterone
Use: Regulates menstrual cycle.
Side effects: Bloating, mood changes
Side effects: Bloating, mood changes. Regulates menstrual cycle.
OCP
Use: Regulates periods. Also prevents pregnancy.
Side effects: Nausea initially
Side effects: Nausea initially. Regulates periods. Also prevents pregnancy.
Progesterone
Use: Induces period in amenorrhea.
Side effects: Drowsiness
Side effects: Drowsiness. Induces period in amenorrhea.
When to See a Doctor
If no period for >3 months, very heavy bleeding, or trying to conceive.
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