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Novofem is a combined hormone replacement therapy which is used to relieve the symptoms of the menopause in women.
Following a short medical questionnaire, our registered doctors will review your order to determine the medicine is right you. If approved, our dispensing pharmacy will dispatch your package aimed for a next day delivery, courtesy of a discreet and tracked courier service.
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This is why we also take steps to conceal your prescription products under two layers of packaging.
We have a commitment to delivering a discreet service and understand your need for privacy. We ship all orders via a trackable courier using discreet, plain packaging.
Once your order is dispatched you will receive a tracking number via sms and email.
We deliver medications between Monday and Saturday. You can upgrade to Saturday delivery on Friday.
You should receive a tracking number with your order which you can use this number to track your parcel online. This should give you a clear indication of where your parcel is. If you haven’t received your parcel in the time frame given by our couriers, contact your local depot to find out where it is. You can also contact our support team who will do this for you.
On checkout you will be asked to leave your mobile number so our courier can text you about the delivery. This is also useful if the courier has problems finding your address. We will not use your mobile number for anything else.
You can pay for your order using credit, debit card or via bank transfer.
If you don’t have a credit or debit card you can pay via bank transfer. We will give you a unique reference number at checkout along with details of how to make the transfer. Once the money has cleared in our account, we will process your order.
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Novofem is used as part of hormonal replacement therapy (HRT) in postmenopausal women to relieve symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats, sleep difficulty, mood swings, vaginal dryness and reduced sex drive (libido).
The treatment comes in a 28-day calendar pack. There are two tablets - a red tablet and a white tablet. The red tablet contains only estradiol - a synthetic form of the naturally occurring female hormone oestrogen. The white tablets contain both estradiol and norethisterone, the latter is a synthetic form of the sex hormone progestogen.
During the menopause, a woman’s hormones fluctuate and change. Oestrogen levels begin to slowly decline which causes the symptoms above. Novofem works to correct the imbalance of the hormones by supplementing the lost oestrogen with estradiol. However, oestrogen can cause an increase in growth of the endometrium (the lining of the womb) which can lead to endometrial cancer (cancer of the womb) if the levels are not regulated.
To reduce the risk of endometrial cancer, norethisterone mimics progesterone and ensures that the endometrium does not grow excessively. While it does not prevent the risk entirely, it reduces the risk significantly in women who have not undergone a hysterectomy (an operation to remove the womb).
Postmenopausal women are also at a greater risk of developing a condition called osteoporosis (thinning of the bones). This is because oestrogen plays an important role in the maintenance of bone density in women. By raising the level of oestrogen in the body, the bone density remains strong and healthy, reducing the risk of developing osteoporosis.
For women who find that the symptoms of the menopause interfere with their lifestyle and well-being, Novofem can be prescribed by a doctor to relieve the symptoms and balance the hormones in the body.
Always take your medicine as prescribed by a healthcare professional.
Novofem contains 2 tablets - a red film-coated tablet and a white film-coated tablet. The white tablet contains both estradiol and norethisterone, while the red tablet only contains estradiol.
Novofem is taken sequentially. For the first 16 days of the course, the red tablet is taken. Then, the white tablet is taken for 12 days straight after.
These tablets are contained in a 28-day calendar pack. Instructions on how to use this can be found in the patient information leaflet enclosed with your treatment.
Novofem can be taken with or without food. Swallow the tablets whole with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the tablets.
If you miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as you remember.
If you miss a dose but it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your course of treatment as normal. Do not take more medication to make up for missed doses.
If you take more Novofem than prescribed, speak to your doctor as soon as possible.
All medications carry the risk of side effects, though not everyone will experience them. Before taking Novofem, it is important to familiarise yourself with the patient information leaflet enclosed with your medicine.
Possible side effects of Novofem may include:
This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. For a more detailed list of adverse effects associated with Novofem, we strongly recommend reading the patient information leaflet.
If you are concerned about any of the side effects listed above, please don’t hesitate to contact one of our doctors or pharmacists who are happy to answer any questions you have about the medicine you are taking. If you experience adverse effects for a prolonged period of time, consult your GP.
Novofem is not suitable for all women. During the consultation, inform our doctors of any other treatments you are taking including prescribed medicine, over-the-counter medicine and herbal remedies (such as St John’s Wort) as certain medication can increase the risk of experiencing associated side effects or impact the efficacy (effectiveness) of the medication.
Before taking any medication online, we recommend that you speak to your GP to ensure the treatment is right for you.
Do not take Novofem if you have any of the following conditions:
If you are allergic or intolerant to one or more of the ingredients of Novofem, do not take Novofem.
Novofem is not suitable for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Novofem is not a form of hormonal contraception. If less than 12 months have elapsed since your last period, or if you are under the age of 50, use additional protection such as condoms to prevent pregnancy.
If you become pregnant while taking Novofem, stop taking the medicine immediately and speak to your doctor as soon as possible.
During the consultation, please answer all the medical questions as accurately as you can. This is so that the doctor can review your order and ensure the treatment is right for you.
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