Delay Your Period Safely and Easily

Need to skip your period for a holiday, big event, or travel? Get prescription treatment that’s safe, effective, and fast.

Delay your period by up to 17 days
Suitable for most healthy women
Fast UK delivery no GP visit required

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About Period Delay Treatment

For many women, having a period at the wrong time — whether it’s during a holiday, wedding, exam week, religious event, or travel — can be inconvenient or uncomfortable. Period delay treatment allows you to temporarily postpone your period, giving you greater control over your cycle and your plans.

At EveryDayMeds, we offer clinically approved, prescription-only treatment that helps delay menstruation for up to 17 days. The most commonly prescribed option is a progestogen-only tablet, usually norethisterone, which mimics your body’s natural progesterone hormone.

When progesterone levels stay high, your body holds off shedding the uterine lining — meaning your period won’t start until you stop taking the tablets. Once you finish your course, your period will typically return within 2–3 days.

Period delay treatment is ideal if:

You are not currently using hormonal contraception (e.g. pill, patch, or ring)
You want a short-term solution without changing your long-term cycle
You need to delay your period for a specific date or occasion

To be effective, the treatment should be started 3 days before your expected period and continued up to three times daily for as long as needed (typically a maximum of 17 days).

It is a safe and widely used option, but it’s not suitable for everyone — especially those with a history of blood clots, liver disease, or certain hormone-sensitive conditions. Our pharmacist-led consultation ensures it’s the right choice for you.

Whether you're taking a break from period symptoms or planning around a special event, EveryDayMeds provides fast access to proven, convenient period delay treatment — with no GP visit or in-person appointment required.

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Norethisterone

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Once you complete a short online assessment, you’ll be able to choose your preferred treatment and quantity from a list of safe, medically approved options tailored to you.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about this clinic

How does period delay treatment work?

Period delay tablets like norethisterone keep progesterone levels high, which prevents your period from starting. Your period returns 2–3 days after stopping the tablets.

Who can use period delay tablets?

They’re suitable for healthy women aged 18–50 not using hormonal contraception. It may not be safe if you have certain health conditions or are pregnant or breastfeeding.

How should I take the tablets to delay my period?

Start norethisterone three days before your period, take one tablet three times a day, and continue for up to 17 days. Your period should return a few days after stopping.

Can I delay my period if I’m on the contraceptive pill?

Yes, if you’re on the combined pill, skip your break and start the next pack. If you’re on the mini pill, you may need norethisterone instead for reliable delay.

Are there any side effects with period delay tablets?

Side effects can include bloating, nausea, breast tenderness, or mood changes, but are usually mild. Serious side effects are rare and your medical history is reviewed first.

Can I use period delay treatment regularly?

It’s safe for occasional use a few times a year, but not for regular long-term cycle control. If needed frequently, other hormonal options may be more suitable.