Manufacturer: West-Coast Pharmaceutical Works Ltd
Salt Composition : Medroxyprogesterone acetate(2.5mg)
Strip of 10 Tablet
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Medona 2.5mg Tablet should be taken as your doctor's advice. Your doctor will decide how much you need to take and for how much time. You may take it with or without food but better to take it at a fixed time. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.
The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, abdominal pain, weakness, and dizziness. If any of these bothers you, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. It may also cause irregular periods, bleeding, or spotting in between menstrual periods. Let your doctor know if this occurs frequently.
Before taking this medicine you must let your doctor know if you ever had any problems like bleeding or have a history of blood clots, stroke, heart attack, liver problems, or bleeding problems. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should not take this medicine.
Medroxyprogesterone acetate (MPA) inhibits the production of gonadotropin, preventing follicular maturation and ovulation, which is responsible for it's ability to prevent pregnancy. This action also thins the endometrium. MPA reduces nuclear estrogen receptors and DNA synthesis in epithelial cells of the endometrium.
Oral medroxyprogesterone acetate (MPA) has an absorption half life of 15-30min and a biological half life of 40-60 hours. Intramuscular MPA has an absorption half life of 0.86±0.30 days and an elimination half life of 24.03±21.74 days.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Medona
Headache
Abdominal pain
Weakness
Dizziness
Irregular menstrual cycle
Nervousness
Medroxyprogesterone injections are contraindicated in patients with a history of arterial or venous thromboembolic diseases or patients with increased risks for stroke, heart disease, and arterial vascular disease.
Medona 2.5mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Medona 2.5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Medona 2.5mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Abnormal uterine bleeding (tablet): The drug is indicated for women experiencing abnormal bleeding due to hormonal imbalance and not because of organic pathologies such as fibroids and uterine cancer.
The metabolism of Medroxyprogesterone acetate can be increased when combined with Acetaminophen. The metabolism of Medroxyprogesterone acetate can be increased when combined with Acetazolamide. The therapeutic efficacy of Acetohexamide can be decreased when used in combination with Medroxyprogesterone acetate.
Do not chew, crush or break it. Medona 2.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Medona 2.5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Medona 2.5mg Tablet is used for a wide range of menstrual disorders such as heavy, painful, or absent periods, and endometriosis.
It may cause bleeding or spotting in between menstrual periods. Let your doctor know if this occurs frequently.
Stop taking Medona 2.5mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get severe headaches, stabbing pains or swelling in one leg, pain in breathing, sudden changes in your vision or hearing, or yellowing of your skin or whites of your eyes.
Use a non-hormonal method of contraception such as condoms to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medication.
Do not take Medona 2.5mg Tablet if you're pregnant or breastfeeding, have unusual vaginal bleeding, or have a history of blood clots, stroke, heart attack, liver problems, or bleeding problems.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Medona 2.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. How does Medona 2.5mg Tablet work? What is it used for?
Medona 2.5mg Tablet works similar to the progesterone hormone naturally produced by the body. It helps in regulating the periods, stopping irregular bleeding and for controlling the withdrawal bleeding in case of amenorrhea (unusual stopping of menstrual periods). It is also used to prevent endometrial hyperplasia (thickening of the lining of the uterus) in women who are taking conjugated estrogens.
Q. When and how to take Medona 2.5mg Tablet?
Take it strictly as advised by your doctor. The number of doses and the duration will depend on the medical problem you are being treated for. You can take it with or without food, preferably at the same time of each day to ensure consistent levels of medicine in your body.
Q. What if I miss to take Medona 2.5mg Tablet?
Ideally, you should not miss any dose during any treatment. Missing a dose may increase the likelihood of breakthrough vaginal bleeding or spotting (blood stain). However, if you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the usual dosing schedule.
Q. What are the common side effects which I can experience while taking Medona 2.5mg Tablet?
The common side effects of Medona 2.5mg Tablet include headache, nausea (feeling sick), weight gain, breast pain, and unusual vaginal bleeding or spotting. Do not worry, most of these symptoms are temporary. However, if they persist, check with your doctor as soon as possible.
