Delay your period, safely
For adults who want to postpone a period for travel or an event. Get a private online assessment, clear timing advice, and tablets when suitable after clinician review.
Know what is normal after delay
Period delay tablets can postpone bleeding while you take them. Your period usually starts a few days after you stop. You also get tips to manage cramps, spotting, and heavier flow if it happens. Source: medicines.org.uk patient leaflet; Lloyds online doctor guidance.
Treatment options available
The usual option is norethisterone tablets when suitable for you. It is taken before your period is due and continued for the days you need coverage. It is not a contraceptive. Source: medicines.org.uk patient leaflet; NHS practice patient information.
Who it is for
This service suits you if your cycles are fairly regular and you can predict your next period. It may not suit you if you have had blood clots, certain migraine types, liver problems, or unexplained bleeding. Source: medicines.org.uk patient leaflet.
How the process works
You complete an online questionnaire about your cycle dates, symptoms, medical history, and medicines. A clinician reviews safety risks and suitability. You receive clear instructions on timing, what to expect, and when to get medical help. Source: medicines.org.uk patient leaflet.
Safety and clinician review
Period delay tablets are not right for everyone. Your review checks clot risk, blood pressure history, migraines, liver health, and medicine interactions. You also get clear advice on pregnancy checks and what to do if bleeding changes. Source: medicines.org.uk patient leaflet; NHS missed or late periods advice.
Use it at the right time
Start tablets before bleeding begins, usually about three days before your period is due. If you are unsure of your dates, the medicine may not work as expected. Your period often starts within two to four days after stopping. Source: Lloyds online doctor guidance; medicines.org.uk patient leaflet.
Reduce surprises and stress
Do a pregnancy test if there is any chance you could be pregnant. Keep pads with you, since spotting can happen. Seek medical advice urgently for chest pain, sudden breathlessness, leg swelling, or severe headache. Source: NHS missed or late periods advice; medicines.org.uk patient leaflet.
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Clinician reviewed period delay support with clear timing advice, safety checks, and practical tips for cramps, spotting, and what to expect when you stop tablets.