Menstrual cycle
The monthly menstrual cycle in a woman of reproductive age is divided into three main periods:
- Follicular. At this stage, the main follicle matures, which can subsequently be fertilized, resulting in pregnancy. The duration of this phase is approximately two weeks.
- Ovulation. During this period, under the influence of hormones, the egg leaves the follicle and prepares to meet the sperm. It moves through the fallopian tubes towards the uterus, moving along the villous epithelium lining the tubes. If during such a movement the egg does not meet the sperm, it will reach the uterus, where it will dissolve in its mucous membrane.
- Luteal. Immediately after ovulation, a corpus luteum is formed at the site of the released follicle, from which hormones are actively released: androgen, estradiol and progesterone, in order to prepare the uterus for implantation of the fertilized egg. This phase occurs in every cycle, regardless of whether fertilization has taken place. If pregnancy does not occur, the reverse process begins, the amount of hormones secreted by the corpus luteum is sharply reduced, and the endometrial layer formed by them begins to be rejected. It is at this moment that menstruation occurs.
Considering that all stages of the menstrual cycle are regulated by hormones, and the onset of menstruation is directly related to a sharp reduction in their levels, the conclusion suggests itself that to delay the monthly number of sex hormones, the number of sex hormones should be increased and for these purposes there are various methods.
Postponement Methods
In order to delay the onset of menstruation for several days, a week, or even a whole month, medications are often used:
- coca (combined oral contraceptives);
- progestins and gestagens (therapeutic hormonal drugs for the treatment of endometriosis and amenorrhea);
- emergency contraception;
- hemostatic drugs.
Medication
Medicinal methods of delaying menstruation are very popular among female athletes who use them before important competitions. For these purposes, they use hormonal contraceptives or take gestagens.
Contraceptives
Birth control pills (combined hormonal contraceptives) are used to protect against unwanted pregnancy.
Important! Drugs in this group contain a certain concentration of hormones and have clear indications for use. Uncontrolled use of such medications has a negative impact on health.
Birth control pills are divided into two groups:
- Monophasic - the same tablets are taken throughout the entire cycle.
- Three-phase - the package of contraceptives contains different tablets that are taken in accordance with the current phase of the menstrual cycle.
For the purpose of contraception, COCs should be taken on the first day of the cycle, that is, on the day of the start of menstruation, otherwise its effectiveness is reduced and additional means of protection against pregnancy are required.
Worth knowing! Taking birth control pills evens out the menstrual cycle.
The package of contraceptives contains 21 tablets, after which you should take a seven-day break, during which menstruation begins. If you do not take this break, your period will not come. In this way, you can extend the cycle by several days or skip it completely by finishing the second package of tablets to the end.
If you regularly take three-phase contraceptives, after finishing the first pack, you should immediately take tablets of the third phase from the next pack, and it should be borne in mind that with this use the contraceptive effect will not be maintained.
If a woman does not take oral contraceptives regularly and purchases them solely for the purpose of delaying menstruation, she should choose monophasic COCs and start taking them on any day of the cycle, but no later than three days from the expected start of menstruation.
Worth knowing! Taking oral contraceptives without interruption is absolutely safe for health, as confirmed by recent medical studies, according to which such pills can be taken continuously for 60-80 days.
In some cases, irregular use of oral contraceptives (solely to lengthen the cycle and delay menstruation) is strictly contraindicated:
- over 35 years of age;
- women who smoke;
- in the presence of thrombosis;
- with high blood clotting.
Emergency contraception
A separate group of drugs includes emergency contraception, which is taken after sexual intercourse. When there is a high risk of pregnancy. The most popular among such products is Postinor.
The drug is a means of emergency abortion and contains a very high dose of the hormone. A single dose of this drug can delay menstruation. But at the same time it leads to a serious disruption in a woman’s hormonal background.
Important! Taking emergency contraception for the purpose of regulating the menstrual cycle is strictly contraindicated, since one of the side effects of the drug is the opening of severe uterine bleeding, which may require surgery to stop.
Hemostatic agents
Drugs that can delay menstruation by several days (up to a week) or stop it prematurely include hemostatic agents.
The most popular drugs in this group used to delay menstruation are:
- "Vikasol" is a synthetic analogue of vitamin K, which increases blood clotting and leads to the rapid completion of menstruation.
- "Dicinon" is a drug that strengthens the muscle layer and blood vessels, thereby stopping bleeding or preventing its onset.
Such medications have nothing to do with hormones and do not affect the cycle; moreover, a side effect of their use, in addition to disruption of the gastrointestinal tract, headaches and nausea, is thrombosis.
Important! The use of hemostatic agents to delay menstruation is not recommended. Such medications should be prescribed by a doctor if there are appropriate indications.
Gestagens
Gynecologists prescribe specific medications based on the gestagen hormone to regulate the menstrual cycle, or more precisely for long-term delays in menstruation not related to pregnancy and the treatment of endometriosis.
Drugs in this group affect the uterine mucosa and increase the production of progesterone, against the background of which the development and rejection of the endometrium slows down, which means that menstruation occurs later than the due date.
Popular medications in this group are:
Such drugs for delaying menstruation begin to be taken in the third phase of the cycle, approximately 3-5 days before the expected date of the onset of menstruation. The first days, 1 tablet per day, on the last day two tablets. With this intake, menstruation will be delayed by about three days.
Use of hormonal and homeopathic remedies
The peculiarity of such pharmacological drugs is that they can both delay the onset of menstruation before the holiday, and speed up their intake. The fundamental point for changing the timing of the appearance of discharge is the time of taking the medicine.
When taking them before vacation before ovulation occurs, a delay occurs and the cycle increases. When consumed after its onset, thickening of the endometrium is observed, its faster development and earlier detachment, which causes a faster onset of menstruation.
The group of such drugs that can cause changes in the cycle includes:
- Duphaston;
- Utrozhestan;
- Norkulot.
For example, you can induce your period before going on vacation using Duphaston and Norkulot by taking them 2 or 3 days before the desired date of your period, taking 2 tablets for 5 days. After stopping the medication, discharge will begin. You can speed up the onset of your period before going on vacation with the help of some homeopathic remedies that stimulate the production of hormones due to the biological components they contain.
For example, a similar effect is observed when using Pulsatill. The product is available in the form of granules that are placed under the tongue. Taking 7 granules of the product before release can cause bleeding for several hours.
In order to delay the onset of menstruation before vacation, hormonal contraceptives are taken in violation of the recommended regimen. At the end of the course of taking pills, there is no break and a new package begins. It is worth considering that you can reproach or delay ovulation before vacation using similar methods if absolutely necessary and no more than once a year.
Consequences
When trying to postpone menstruation while on vacation, women rarely think about how this could affect their health in the future.
Gynecologists say that a forced delay of menstruation, even by 1 day, can cause serious hormonal imbalance and menstrual irregularities, the recovery of which will be difficult and lengthy.
Worth knowing! The menstruation following a forced delay is highly likely to be more abundant and longer than usual, with corresponding risks to the woman’s health.
It is strictly contraindicated to use any methods of delaying menstruation if:
- irregular menstrual cycle;
- after 40 years;
- smoking.
What to do if it doesn’t work out
In the event that it was not possible to delay menstruation before the vacation for one reason or another, or the girl decided that the risk associated with delaying menstruation is much higher than the benefit from it, everything possible should be done to ensure that the vacation is pleasant and safe, despite the timing the beginning of menstruation.
Menstruation during vacation, in addition to discomfort, significantly increases the risk of colds in the appendages and infection, since during this period the female body is especially vulnerable. To avoid unpleasant consequences, you should follow the following rules:
- Reduce the number and duration of bathing in the first days of menstruation, when the discharge is most abundant.
- Use tampons, changing them after each bath. Select such funds in accordance with the volume of allocations.
- During the first days, try not to sunbathe in the sun, so as not to provoke increased bleeding.
- Keep a menstrual calendar and try to plan vacations and other important events on appropriate dates in accordance with your cycle.
Worth knowing! The risk of infection during swimming during menstruation is not justified, since most pathogenic microorganisms die in the water, but it is quite possible to catch a cold in the appendages and develop inflammatory diseases associated with hypothermia during this period.
If you need to shift the cycle by several days, there are many ways to implement your plan, especially when a long-awaited vacation awaits you, but before resorting to them, you should carefully weigh all the pros and cons of such a delay.
Regular menstruation is a sign of a properly functioning reproductive system and the readiness of the female body for motherhood. But sometimes there is a need to delay the arrival of menstruation for several days, and the reasons for this are different - some kind of celebration, a vacation at sea, a business trip, participation in sports competitions, etc.
If a woman does not tolerate her period well or her bleeding is too intense, it makes sense to delay the date by 2 - 3 or even 7 days. You will learn further about the dangers of interfering with the reproductive system and how to correctly use various means to delay menstruation.
What should a teenager do?
A young girl who is 11-12 years old, due to a sharp climate change, may suddenly begin her period at sea. Of course, nothing critical happened - this is a natural process. The mother should calmly explain the nature of the changes that have occurred in the body, talk about the importance of following hygiene rules, since the cervix is open and the risk of infections from the outside increases.
It is necessary to limit bathing in the first two days in order to protect the girl from possible infections and inflammatory processes. Gynecologists recommend starting to swim when your period is completely over; as a rule, it does not last longer than 4-5 days.
The arrival of your period is not a reason to refuse a vacation at sea. You should follow simple rules, carefully monitor hygiene and everything will be in order, and nothing will overshadow your long-awaited vacation.
In this article we will look at how to swim in the sea during menstruation. A woman's body is completely unpredictable. It often happens that a planned vacation is overshadowed by the unexpected onset of menstrual periods (even if the menstrual cycle was previously established). However, there is no need to get upset ahead of time, since there are a sufficient number of ways out of this delicate situation. If the onset of menstruation should coincide with the time of rest, it is worth preparing for this in advance.
So, what to do if your period starts at sea?
Consequences of artificial delay of menstruation
Forcibly shifting the start date of the next menstruation may seem harmless, because often the cycle goes astray without outside intervention. Doctors say that artificial effects on the reproductive system cannot be normally perceived by the body.
His negative reactions in the following months will be as follows:
- Deterioration in general health.
- Severe pain in the lower abdomen with bleeding.
- Scanty or excessively abundant discharge.
- Increase in the number of days of menstruation.
- Long delays in menstruation (critical days may be delayed for several months).
- There is a risk of developing anemia and other serious diseases.
The uterus itself suffers from interference in the natural processes of the body.
If menstruation has begun and is artificially interrupted for more than 1 day, a neurotic process develops in its cavity. During the normal course of menstruation, with the help of blood flow, certain cells and layers are washed out of the uterus, intended to transform the fertilized egg into an embryo.
When unused particles remain in the body, it is dangerous for the fair sex due to necrosis, sepsis and death.
When deciding to postpone the onset of menstruation, a woman must take into account the real state of her health. The use of medications that can provide a delay should be carried out taking into account all contraindications and chronic diseases.
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Medication method
Some types of medications can delay critical days. However, it should be remembered that their use must be agreed with a specialist.
There are drugs such as combined oral contraceptives (COCs). To achieve your goal, you need to take a monophasic COC from any day of the menstrual cycle, but no later than three days before the start of your period. After drinking a pack of medicine, menstruation will come in two to three days.
To prevent menstruation from starting while on vacation at sea, this method of delay is often used.
For delay, Dicinon and gestagens are also often used. However, this must be done under the supervision of a doctor. Despite the assurances of advertising, you still shouldn’t joke with nature, because you can disrupt very important mechanisms in your body. Of course, assuming a stable cycle, it is best to plan your vacation on those days when your period is not due. However, this is not always possible. In addition, there is always the possibility of their sudden onset due to climate change, flight, relocation or related experiences. That is why it is necessary to have protective equipment with you so as not to get into an awkward situation.
Contraceptives can also help delay the onset of menstruation. If a woman uses them constantly, then she just needs to not take a break for a week. However, you can delay the onset of your period by no more than twenty-one days. If the delay is longer, this will negatively affect the woman’s health. When using other methods of protection, starting to take hormones before traveling can be dangerous, as side effects may occur, especially with climate change. At this stage, there are a lot of contraceptives in the pharmaceutical industry, among which the most popular are Zhannine, Yarina, Regulon and Novinet. Despite such a wide choice, they need to be selected individually and according to the recommendations of a gynecologist and endocrinologist.
Now let's figure out how to speed up your periods so that they start faster.
What pharmaceutical drugs are suitable for delaying menstruation?
To artificially delay menstruation for a couple of days or a week, you can take contraceptives, gestagens or hemostatic tablets. By influencing a woman’s hormonal system, they change the ratio of sex hormones and shift the date of menstruation.
Contraceptives
Oral contraceptives are usually used by women to protect against unplanned conception. But doctors can also recommend them for menstrual irregularities caused by hormonal imbalance.
OK is supposed to be taken in courses. The duration of one stage is equal to a 4-week cycle. There is always a pause between cycles, and during this period menstrual-like bleeding begins.
If you neglect this condition and do not take a break, but immediately start drinking pills from a new blister, your period will not come. Thus, in order to delay your period on your own, it is enough to drink pills from a new pack for the required number of days.
Judging by the reviews of doctors, three-phase contraceptives are closest to the physiology of the female body - they contain a variety of hormones that are responsible for the timely onset of menstruation and are able to delay them when the dosage regimen is changed.
Which birth control pills can delay the arrival of your period for several days:
If you are not taking birth control to delay your period, start using it a few days before your next period. The drugs will not prevent pregnancy, but they will delay menstruation.
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Gestagens
Progestogens are serious drugs that are intended to delay menstruation, suppress ovulatory processes and affect the uterine mucosa. These are Pregnil, Primolut and Orgametril. They are taken only in consultation with a doctor.
You can also delay your period for a few days with Duphaston, since the product is part of the group of gestagens.
To artificially delay the cycle, medications should be taken 2 weeks before the expected menstrual bleeding. In an emergency, it is permissible to take gestagens 5 days before a new cycle.
Regular periods indicate normal functioning of the reproductive system. But they are accompanied by discomfort in the form of painful sensations in the abdomen and deterioration in well-being. Sometimes situations arise that require composure and well-being. Therefore, many women are interested in how to delay their periods without causing harm to their health.
Cycle correction using traditional medicine
How to stop menstruation at home? Folk remedies in the form of medicinal herbs are used for heavy periods to gently correct and eliminate unpleasant symptoms of the menstrual cycle.
Plants such as nettle, shepherd's purse, water pepper, boron uterus, red brush, parsley root, viburnum berries and other natural remedies created by nature are considered to be hemostatic, regulating the rate of blood discharge.
You should drink nettle (it has a hemostatic effect) in the form of an infusion prepared from 5 tbsp. spoons of dry raw materials and 0.5 liters of boiling water. By consuming the infusion a few days before your period and during the period when it appears, you can alleviate unpleasant symptoms and relieve pain. The shepherd's purse and hog uterus have a similar effect. To prepare the decoction you will need 2 tbsp. spoons of dry herb per 0.5 liters of boiling water. The decoction is boiled for 5 minutes and left for 1 hour. Take a quarter glass 2-3 times a day.
A tincture of water pepper, purchased at a pharmacy, is taken a few days before the start of menstruation, 5 ml three times a day in order to reduce their volume. Infusion prepared from 2 tbsp. spoons of fresh chopped parsley and 1 cup of boiling water, taken before menstruation to weaken the function of hematopoiesis.
Is it possible to delay menstruation
A healthy woman's periods come with a certain regularity. In the first half of the cycle, the inner layer of the uterus grows and the egg matures. During the luteal phase, the body prepares for a possible pregnancy. If conception does not occur, the endometrium begins to be rejected. Together with the unfertilized egg and menstrual blood, it rushes out.
All processes occurring in the female body during the cycle depend on the level of hormones. Postponement of menstruation is carried out with the help of medications and folk remedies that can change hormonal levels. This process is not prohibited by doctors. But you should not abuse this. If menstruation is delayed, hormonal imbalances increase.
How to move your periods
Normally, the cycle length is 28-32 days. If necessary, it can be increased using folk remedies or pills to delay menstruation. The second method is suitable for women taking oral contraceptives. Each tablet contains a certain dosage of hormones. The drug is taken regularly, at the same time. After its withdrawal, the level of hormones decreases, which provokes endometrial rejection.
How to delay your period for a few days
Delaying menstruation with the help of contraceptives is practiced only in cases of urgent need. While taking them, a woman can independently control the onset of menstruation. To delay your period, it is enough not to stop taking the contraceptive, but to start the next pack. For this purpose, the following drugs are used:
In some cases, women use hemostatic agents. They are available in the form of tablets and liquid for injection. The drug is started to be used a few days before the expected menstruation date. On average, the onset of menstruation can be delayed by 5-7 days. Hemostatic drugs include:
How to delay your period for a week
Drugs for delaying menstruation help to postpone your critical days for any period. If there is a need to postpone it for a week, it is better to use hemostatic agents. Oral contraceptives will delay your period by a month. If you start the next pack, you must finish it to the end. Otherwise, there is a risk of hormonal imbalance.
How to delay your period while on vacation
One of the most pressing problems for women is postponing their periods in order to have a comfortable vacation. Tablets that delay menstruation are allowed to be used for no longer than 2 months. It is impossible to delay the onset of menstruation for a longer period of time.
How to get rid of periods forever
The presence of menstruation indicates the reproductive capacity of the female body. If you get rid of them forever, the opportunity to have children will disappear. This decision is made after careful consideration. Menstruation naturally disappears around the age of 45 as a result of a decrease in certain hormones. In other cases, it is possible to reduce the amount of menstrual flow by continuously taking contraceptives or wearing a subdermal implant.
How to postpone your period
There are several proven methods that can delay menstruation. Sometimes the delay occurs due to natural reasons:
- against the background of increased blood clotting;
- as a result of hormonal imbalance;
- from excessive physical exertion;
- as a reaction to stress.
Although the desired effect is achieved, these options should not be considered as a way to delay menstruation. The result in such cases is doubtful. For example, delay during stressful situations is just one of the options for an individual reaction. And even for the same woman it may differ in different cases. It is impossible to predict exactly how and by how many days stress delays your period. If we talk about hormonal imbalances that can cause a delay, then this is rather a reason to think about possible health problems and contact a specialized specialist.
It is worth mentioning one more technique, which is sometimes considered as a means of delaying menstruation. Hunger or too strict a diet can delay their arrival. But this option is too dangerous an idea: the result is unpredictable and there are no guarantees, and a voluntary hunger strike can cause serious harm to the body.
In order for menstruation to begin later than usual, there are proven methods such as:
- one-time medication intake;
- changing the contraceptive regimen;
- folk remedies.
Their use will allow you to achieve the desired effect, so let’s look at each option in more detail:
- In this case, a single (one-time) use of certain drugs means both a mini-course of taking contraceptives and the use of tablets that have completely different effects. Modern birth control pills are divided into several types. Their main function is to prevent pregnancy. But in some cases, if taken as part of a recommended regimen, they can cause hormonal imbalance and are guaranteed to change the timing of your period. You can also achieve the desired effect if you take an increased dose of vitamins or medications that can thicken the blood in advance.
- If you constantly use birth control pills, then it is enough to change your usual dosage regimen to cause a delay in menstruation for a certain period. Important: this method cannot be used frequently to avoid permanent hormonal imbalance.
- Folk remedies are a proven way to delay the onset of menstruation. In this case, there is a choice. But you can't use them too often. Even if you change the method of delaying your period, the result will affect your health.
Any cycle failure is associated with hormonal changes. You can delay your periods if necessary, but you should understand that you are delaying their arrival by changing the second phase of the menstrual cycle, when the unfertilized egg is destroyed and the endometrium begins to detach, which is accompanied by bleeding - menstruation. At this time, progesterone prevails in the body, and estrogen levels decrease. Changing this balance can slow down the rejection process, therefore, the desired effect will be achieved.
The process of endometrial shedding (menstruation) can be slowed down by delaying ovulation, which occurs in the middle of the cycle. The egg will mature more slowly, which will lengthen the cycle slightly. Since it is controlled by hormones (their balance changes constantly, this is how they control the maturation and destruction of the egg and related processes), abuse of the opportunity to shift the cycle leads to serious hormonal and gynecological problems. But in emergency situations, you can delay your period for a week (no more) without much harm to the body. In this case, you should take care of additional methods of contraception (up to stabilization of the cycle) to avoid unwanted pregnancy. Let's consider all the medicines and folk remedies that are recommended as reliable and proven.
Oral contraceptives
If you need to delay the arrival of your period for a couple of days (maximum 7, then the delay is relatively safe), it is best to use contraceptives. Their use is recommended for several reasons:
- there is a choice of drug;
- the delay period is accurately calculated;
- modern medicines have been tested, are designed for long-term use and are safe;
- the provoked hormonal imbalance will not cause significant damage to health.
Oral contraceptives will help delay your period if you strictly follow the recommendations. All modern drugs are divided into two groups:
- Monophasic: these medications contain the same amount of hormones, their dosage regimen is usually as follows: you need to take one (any) tablet from the pack, and then, when your period begins, take a break.
- Multiphasic: they contain different amounts of hormones, so there is a marking on the pack that indicates when you need to take this or that pill.
You can delay your period using birth control in the following ways:
- For those who use monophasic contraceptives constantly: forget about the prescribed break, and when the pack is finished, immediately take the next pill. It is recommended to drink them for as long (but no more than a week) as you want to delay your menstruation. After you stop taking it, a “withdrawal effect” will occur, that is, you should expect the onset of menstruation;
- If you are taking multiphase medications, then skip the first phase, use only those labeled with the second and third phase;
- Not using birth control pills at all? Then, a week before your expected period, start drinking a monophasic contraceptive. Or use part of a package of two- or three-phase medications. In the first case, you should drink those intended for the second phase, in the second - those labeled as the third.
Contraceptives are sold in pharmacies without prescriptions; there are no difficulties in purchasing them. You can use monophasic (Yarina, Zhanine, etc.) or multiphasic (Triziston, Triquilar, Milvane, etc.) medications.
Gestagens
If it is necessary to delay menstruation, you can use hormonal drugs that are used in gynecology to stabilize the cycle and treat certain pathologies. Progestogens contain progesterone, that is, they affect the second phase of the menstrual cycle. You should start drinking them in advance, about 14 days before your expected period and not stop until you are ready for their arrival.
Important: it is useless to start taking it less than 5 days in advance. and should not be abused and cause a delay of more than a week. Otherwise, you can forget about the relative safety of this method. It is recommended to stop taking it a couple of days before the expected (normal) end of your period. That is, the scheme looks like this: the medicine is used for 2 weeks, if the bleeding period is short (3 days), then you can take 1 more, maximum 2 tablets. If it is long (7), then you need to take another 4 - 5 pieces daily.
You can delay your periods with Prengyl, Duphaston, Primolut, ExLuton, Orgametril or other progestin-type drugs. Before taking them, it is better to consult a gynecologist, as there are a number of contraindications. These definitely include a history of diabetes mellitus, angina pectoris, fibroids, infectious or inflammatory gynecological diseases and tumors of the reproductive organs.
Hemostatic agents
To delay menstruation, medications that affect blood clotting are often used. An increase in its viscosity can cause a delay. But before you drink them you need to:
- carefully study the contraindications (absolute and relative): kidney disease, cardiovascular system, asthma, diabetes, a tendency to thrombosis and an increased platelet count categorically exclude the use of homeostatic agents. Problems may arise with obesity and some gynecological diseases;
- consult with a specialist;
- adhere to the recommended number of tablets (the dose indicated in the instructions) and do not abuse them.
You can postpone your periods using homeostats such as:
- Dicynone. Improves platelet production, use begins 5 days before. before menstruation (but no more than a week);
- Norkalut (menstrual cycle regulator). Start drinking 2 weeks before the expected critical days. It can be taken as a remedy that can reduce the amount of discharge directly during menstruation, thus reducing the level of discomfort;
- Tranexam. Increases clotting and may delay the onset of menstruation if you significantly exceed the dose recommended in the instructions a couple of days before it begins;
- Etamzilat. A hemostatic drug that can both reduce the amount of discharge and delay its onset.
There are several other medications that delay the arrival of menstruation, for example, vitamin C. Take 1 gram (in tablets) for 3 days. before the start of menstruation, and you can slow down their arrival by 5 – 6 days;
Tablets for delaying menstruation
There are several types of pills that can be used to delay your period. They differ in the principle of their effect on the body. It is advisable to consult your doctor before taking each of them. The following types of medicines are distinguished:
- progesterone-containing;
- oral contraceptives;
- hemostatic medications.
Preparations containing progesterone are taken in phase 2 of the cycle. They transform the endometrium into the secretory stage. Taking such drugs begins after ovulation. It is important to follow the regimen for taking pills to delay your period. The names of the drugs are as follows:
How to move your period with birth control pills
It’s quite easy to move your periods with birth control. After each package of the medicine, a break of 7 days is taken. During this period, menstrual-like discharge occurs. If there is no break, your period will not come, since the level of hormones in the body will not decrease. Tablets for postponing the menstrual cycle are taken under the guidance of a doctor. Self-treatment can lead to health complications.
Progestins for delaying menstruation
Progestins help delay your period by a week using pills. They are artificially created analogues of gestagens. They contain the following active substances:
- norgestrel;
- norethisterone;
- medroxyprogesterone acetate;
- norethinodrel.
The distinctive features of these substances include the similarity of the chemical structure with progesterone. Progestins are used alone or in combination with estrogens. Depending on the percentage of components, drugs can have anabolic, progestogenic, androgenic and estrogenic effects. Like other medications for delaying menstruation, progestins have a contraceptive effect. They have a gentler effect on the body than classic oral contraceptives. The dosage of the active substance varies from 300 to 500 mcg. The category of progestins includes:
Hemostatic drugs
The direct function of drugs that have a thickening effect on the blood is to reduce the abundance of menstrual flow. To delay menstruation, they are taken only with the approval of the attending physician. Most often, hemostatic agents are prescribed in the presence of vascular diseases or fibroids. Their side effects include:
- dizziness;
- painful sensations in the abdomen;
- allergic rashes;
- drop in blood pressure;
- numbness in the lower extremities.
How to prepare in advance
Consider the possibility of skipping or “postponing” your period
The Internet will tell you a variety of ways to do this: from a hot bath to eating a lemon. So, DO NOT USE THEM. A safe and relatively easy way to postpone your period is with birth control.
Important: this requires planning a couple of months before the trip and consulting a gynecologist. Research shows that this does not harm the body, but it can cause acne - this is also worth considering.
Research the availability of hygiene products in your destination country
In some Asian countries, tampons can be difficult to find. In Europe they are often sold without applicators, which means additional complications when using them. Finding hygiene products will be even more difficult in the countries of the Middle East - if you go there, be sure to bring a supply with you.
How to delay your period with folk remedies
Taking pills to avoid periods is not always wise. They have a systemic effect on the body, causing side effects. You can delay your periods using more gentle methods, without interfering with hormonal levels. The most common folk remedies include:
- vitamin C;
- nettle decoction;
- water pepper;
- parsley.
Most often, to delay menstruation, women use vitamin C. It has a strengthening effect on blood vessels, maintaining the required level of pressure in the female body. It is recommended to take it shortly before the onset of menstruation. This allows you to reduce the symptoms of PMS and reduce the amount of menstrual flow. It is also possible to delay the onset of critical days.
Nettle decoction has the property of stopping bleeding. It is recommended to take half a glass for no more than 3 days. Water pepper is taken 1 glass for 5 days. To prepare it, pour 50 g of the dry mixture into a glass of hot water. Parsley decoction is taken 200 ml no more than 3 times a day.
Folk remedies - a gentle option for delaying menstruation
Traditional medicine experts believe that ordinary lemon can safely delay menstruation.
It can be used by those ladies who do not have problems with the stomach and intestines. In order for your period to come 3 to 5 days later, you need to start eating citrus fruits without sugar about 5 days before the expected period. During the day, 5 fruits should be consumed.
To enhance the effectiveness of lemons, you can cool your feet in water every evening (no more than 10 minutes). There will definitely be a delay, but after contact of the feet with cold water, cystitis or inflammation of the appendages may develop.
Contraindications and side effects
Pills for delaying menstruation for a few days do not always have an exclusively positive effect on the body. Before delaying menstruation with their help, you need to familiarize yourself with the contraindications. These include:
- age over 30-40 years;
- diseases of the circulatory system;
- hormonal problems;
- diabetes;
- liver pathologies;
- tendency to form blood clots.
Side effects occur only if the drug is used incorrectly. Having decided to delay menstruation, a woman faces the following side effects:
- increased sensitivity of the mammary glands;
- discomfort in the liver area;
- pain in the digestive organs;
- headaches;
- intolerance to the constituent components.