Manufacturer: Lupin Ltd
Salt Composition : Dehydroepiandrosterone(Micronized)(75mg)
Richova -SR Tablet 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.
Richova -SR Tablet is a hormonal medication. It gets converted into sex hormones in the body which are essential for the production and development of healthy eggs. Thus, it helps treat female infertility.
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.
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
Serve side effects of Richova
Hair loss
Increased facial sebum production
Acneiform dermatitis
Excessive hair growth on face
Body odor
Premature atrial contractions
Ventricular premature contractions
Mood changes
Hoarseness of voice
Hepatitis (viral infection of liver)
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dehydroepiandrosterone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Prostate Cancer
Breast Cancer
Information regarding the use of Richova -SR Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Richova -SR Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Richova -SR Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
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.
DEHYDROEPIANDROSTERONE may interact with medicines used to treat fits (carbamazepine and valproic acid), antidepressants (lithium, fluoxetine, paroxetine, sertraline, and citalopram, etc.), antipsychotic medicines (clozapine, olanzapine, chlorpromazine, promazine, and thioridazine, etc.), medicine that induce sleep (triazolam), hormonal drugs (estrogen and testosterone), and medicine used to treat diabetes (insulin).
Do not chew, crush or break it. Richova -SR 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 Richova -SR 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.
Richova -SR Tablet 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. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Richova -SR Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. Can Richova -SR Tablet be taken while I am pregnant?
No, you should not take Richova -SR Tablet 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 Richova -SR Tablet used in assisted reproduction or patients with infertility?
Yes, Richova -SR Tablet 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 Richova -SR Tablet can be helpful in women with diminished ovarian functionality (lower count or quality of the eggs).
Q. Can Richova -SR Tablet be used to improve bone strength in osteoporosis?
Richova -SR Tablet 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 Richova -SR Tablet? 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 Richova -SR Tablet. As a result of Micronization the effectiveness of the medication increases.
