Manufacturer: Akumentis Healthcare Ltd
Salt Composition : Dehydroepiandrosterone(Micronized)(75mg)
Ovafem 75mg Capsule can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablets whole with a glass of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.
The most common side effects of this medicine include acne, hot flushes, weight gain and prostate enlargement. If these bother you, or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. You should stop taking it if you become pregnant.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, if you have ever had any problems with your blood circulation or have diabetes or stroke. 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.
DHEA inhibits voltage-gated T-type calcium channels. DHEA activates peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor (PPARα) and CAR by a mechanism apparently involving PP2A, a protein phosphatase dephosphorylating PPARα and CAR to activate their transcriptional activity.
Pharmacokinetics. Oral absorption of DHEA is excellent. The volume of distribution is 17.0-38.5 L for DHEA and 8.5-9.3 L for DHEAS. DHEA and DHEAS are converted into several active metabolites, including androstenedione, testosterone, estrone, estradiol, and estriol (Figure 1).
If you have any form of cancer or are at risk of cancer, don't use DHEA. Don't use DHEA if you're pregnant or breastfeeding. Consider avoiding use of DHEA if you have high cholesterol or a condition that affects the supply of blood to the heart (ischemic heart disease).
Information regarding the use of Ovafem 75mg Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ovafem 75mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Ovafem 75mg Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
DHEA supplements claim to help with a range of conditions, including sexual dysfunction, lupus, depression, adrenal insufficiency, cervical cancer, vaginal atrophy, and weight loss. Some research supports its use. However, DHEA's effectiveness is controversial and rarely supported by evidence.
Antipsychotics. Use of DHEA with antipsychotics such as clozapine (Clozaril, Versacloz, others) might reduce the drug's effectiveness.
Carbamazepine (Tegretol, Carbatrol, others). ...
Estrogen. ...
Lithium. ...
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. ...
Testosterone. ...
Triazolam (Halcion). ...
Valproic acid.
Ovafem 75mg Capsule 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 Ovafem 75mg Capsule, 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.
Ovafem 75mg Capsule is used in the treatment of female infertility.
It can be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
You may experience side effects like acne, hot flashes, and weight gain. Inform your doctor if it bothers you.
Inform your doctor if have a history of stroke, blood clot, or circulation problems.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Ovafem 75mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. Can Ovafem 75mg Capsule be taken while I am pregnant?
No, you should not take Ovafem 75mg Capsule if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine as it can affect the fetus in the womb.
Q. Is Ovafem 75mg Capsule used in assisted reproduction or patients with infertility?
Yes, Ovafem 75mg Capsule can be used in patients of infertility to assist in in vitro fertilization (IVF). It serves as precursors of male and female sex hormones (testosterone and estrogen, respectively). The use of Ovafem 75mg Capsule can be helpful in women with diminished ovarian functionality (lower count or quality of the eggs).
Q. Can Ovafem 75mg Capsule be used to improve bone strength in osteoporosis?
Ovafem 75mg Capsule has been shown to improve bone density and prevent osteoporosis. Hence, it can be useful in cases of osteoporosis, particularly in post-menopausal women. Do not start taking this medication for improving bone health. Contact your doctor first who will evaluate your condition before starting this medication.
Q. What is Micronization of Ovafem 75mg Capsule? Does it have any advantages?
Micronization of a particular substance means transforming the compound into very small particles by various methods. On Micronization, the particle size gets smaller which helps in easy dissolution of the medication. This helps in faster and complete absorption of Ovafem 75mg Capsule. As a result of Micronization the effectiveness of the medication increases.
