Harmoni F Tablet

Q. Is Cyproterone a steroid/progesterone?
Cyproterone is an anti-androgen that decreases the effect of male sex hormone testosterone in the body. It is related in structure to progesterone

Q. Is Cyproterone safe?
Cyproterone is safe, if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Q. What are the uses of Cyproterone?
Cyproterone belongs to a class of medications called anti-androgens. It acts by blocking as well as reducing the effects of male sex hormone testosterone in the body

Q. How does it work?
It is used to suppress the effects of LHRH (luteinizing hormone releasing hormone; hormone which causes release of testosterone in men). It is used to reduce the excessive rise of testosterone (flare) when LHRH-like drugs are used (e.g. after prostate removal in prostate cancer)

Q. Does Cyproterone lower testosterone?
Yes, Cyproterone lowers testosterone by inhibiting the release of luteinizing hormone releasing hormone (LHRH) that is responsible for testosterone release in men

Q. Does Yasmin (drosperinone/ ethinyl estradiol contains Cyproterone?
No, it does not contain Cyproterone.

Q. Is ethinylestradiol good for acne?
Ethinylestradiol may help in acne treatment. However, it is strongly recommended that you consult your doctor for advice on best treatment option suitable your condition and needs.

Q. Does Folic Acid contain iron?
Folic Acid is a component of the B group of vitamins

Q. Can I take Folic Acid with iron supplement?
It does not contain iron and can be taken with iron supplement

Q. Does vitamin D have Folic Acid?
Folic Acid is a component of the B group of vitamins and it does not have Vitamin D

Q. Is Folic Acid good for everyone/skin/health/polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)/hair loss/anemia?
Everyone needs Folic Acid for good health. It is good for skin, hair, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and anemia. However, patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding the use of Folic Acid

Q. What is Folvite/ Fol123/ Folvite MB tablet used for?
Folvite/ Fol123/ Folvite MB are the trade names for active drug Folic Acid. Folvite contains only Folic Acid which is a component of the B group of vitamins. While Fol123/ Folvite MB, in addition to Folic Acid also has other forms of vitamin B. In addition Folic Acid is also used for prevention of folate deficiency caused by some medicines (e.g. phenytoin, phenobarbital and primidone used to treat epilepsy), folate deficiency caused by long-term red blood cell damage or kidney dialysis However, patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding the dose and duration of use of Folic Acid

Q. How long can I take Folic Acid for?
Always follow the instructions of doctor regarding the dosage and duration

Q. Does Folic Acid have side effects increase weight/acidity?
Folic Acid may have rare side effect like acidity, while it has no known effect on weight gain

Q. Can I take Folic Acid with birth control?
Folic Acid supplementation does not affect birth control, and can be taken if you are suffering from anemia due to Folic Acid deficiency However, always follow the advice of the doctor regarding the dose and duration of use of Folic Acid

Q. Can I take Folic Acid with methotrexate/warfarin/calcium/metformin/antibiotics?
Folic Acid may interact with medicines such as methotrexate/sulfonamide antibiotics (sulfasalazine, cotrimoxazole etc). It has no known effect if taken with warfarin/calcium/ metformin.

• Do not start or continue Cyproterone, if you are allergic to Cyproterone or any of its ingredients.Do not take Cyproterone, if you are suffering from diabetes mellitus; severely depressed; sickle cell anemia (a disease characterized by abnormal shape of red blood cells); shortness of breath; or from any cancer other than prostate cancer.Regular check-up for blood counts and function of adrenal glands and liver will be required. Your doctor will advise you regarding the same.Patients with rare hereditary problems of intolerance to some sugars (galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency or glucose galactose malabsorption) should not take this medicine.Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Cyproterone.Cyproterone may cause fatigue or weakness and, therefore, caution has to be taken before operating an automobile or machinery or engaging in activities requiring mental alertness and coordination.
• Inform your doctor if you have had a uterus removal procedure or have any problems of the uterus (uterine fibroids, hyperplasia of the endometrium, uterus cancer).Tell your doctor if you have a history of blood clotting disorder, liver problems, gall bladder disorders (e.g. gall stones), high blood pressure, diabetes, hearing problems, breast cancer, heart problems, high levels of fats in blood or migraine.Seek immediate medical attention if you experience pain in your chest that spreads to arm or neck, unexplained migraine-type headaches, with or without disturbed vision, painful swelling in your leg, sudden chest pain and difficulty breathing.Ensure that you undergo regular breast screening (for presence of lumps or any abnormal changes) and cervical smear test while taking ethinylestradiol.Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.Do not take if allergic to ethinylestradiol or any of its ingredients.Do not take if having recent blood clotting problems or related conditions like heart attack.Do not take if suffering from breast or uterus cancer.Do not take if suffering from untreated enlargement of inner wall of uterus (endometrial hyperplasia).Patients who have or had liver diseases (e.g. jaundice).Do not take if having any disorder related to haemoglobin (porphyria).
• Folic Acid is used for the treatment of Folic Acid deficiency.It is also taken before and during pregnancy to decrease the risk of defects in the neural tube, which forms the spinal cord in the baby.Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures as you may need a higher dose of the seizure medicines than what you normally take.