Maxogest Tablet
Corona Remedies Pvt Ltd
Uses of Maxogest Tablet:
Abnormal uterine bleeding and Contraception
Composition of Maxogest Tablet:
Medroxyprogesterone 10mg
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Uses
Medroxyprogesterone is generally used in treatment of abnormal uterine bleeding and contraception
Side effects
- Bloating
- Breast pain
- Fluid retention
- Hair loss
- Headache
- Nausea
- Stomach cramp
- Vaginal bleeding
- Vaginal infection
- Vomiting
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Medroxyprogesterone, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Medroxyprogesterone is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food.
How it works
Medroxyprogesterone is a progestin (female hormone). It makes the condition better by replacing the natural progesterone hormone that the body is unable to make. This treats painful, irregular/absent menstrual periods and prevents overgrowth of the lining of the uteru taking oestrogen (another female hormone). It also works as a contraceptive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Medroxyprogesterone a hormone or a bioidentical hormone or a steroid?
Medroxyprogesterone is a medicine which contains a synthetic, steroid hormone similar to but not same as progesterone, so, it is a non-bio-identical hormone.
Q. Can I take Medroxyprogesterone with paracetamol (acetaminophen)?
As of now no drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two and can be taken together. However, to be on safer side consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Does Medroxyprogesterone cause ovulation or stops ovulation?
Medroxyprogesterone prevents follicular maturation and stops ovulation.
Q. Does Medroxyprogesterone expire?
Yes, like any other medicine, Medroxyprogesterone has an expiry date and should not be used beyond the date mentioned on the package.
Q. Is Medroxyprogesterone a birth control pill?
Yes, Medroxyprogesterone can be used as a contraceptive, a birth control pill. However, it should be used only when advised by your doctor.
Q. Is Medroxyprogesterone safe?
Medroxyprogesterone is safe if used in doses as prescribed by your gynecologist or physician for a prescribed duration.
Q. Does Medroxyprogesterone make you bleed?
Medroxyprogesterone can cause prolonged bleeding when used immediately after delivery or termination of pregnancy. Please consult your physician if you are experiencing prolonged bleeding while taking Medroxyprogesterone.
Q. Does Medroxyprogesterone make you sleepy?
Medroxyprogesterone does not make you sleepy, rather it causes insomnia (inability to sleep), which is an uncommon side effect with its use. In case you feel sleepy while taking this medicine, please consult your doctor.
Q. Can the use of Medroxyprogesterone cause weight gain?
Yes, weight gain is a very common side effect of Medroxyprogesterone. Please consult your physician if you are experiencing weight gain while taking Medroxyprogesterone.
Q. Can the use of Medroxyprogesterone cause acne?
Yes, acne is a common side effect seen with the use of Medroxyprogesterone. Please consult your gynecologist or physician if you have acne while taking Medroxyprogesterone.
Q. Does the use of Medroxyprogesterone cause constipation?
No, constipation has not been reported as a side effect with Medroxyprogesterone. Please discuss with your physician if you experience constipation while taking Medroxyprogesterone.
Q. Can I take Medroxyprogesterone with birth control pills?
Medroxyprogesterone itself is a birth control pill. Please consult your gynecologist or physician before taking it with other birth control pills.
Q. Can I take Medroxyprogesterone with ibuprofen?
As of now no drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two and can be taken together. However, to be on safer side consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Medroxyprogesterone is a medicine which contains a synthetic, steroid hormone similar to but not same as progesterone, so, it is a non-bio-identical hormone.
Q. Can I take Medroxyprogesterone with paracetamol (acetaminophen)?
As of now no drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two and can be taken together. However, to be on safer side consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Does Medroxyprogesterone cause ovulation or stops ovulation?
Medroxyprogesterone prevents follicular maturation and stops ovulation.
Q. Does Medroxyprogesterone expire?
Yes, like any other medicine, Medroxyprogesterone has an expiry date and should not be used beyond the date mentioned on the package.
Q. Is Medroxyprogesterone a birth control pill?
Yes, Medroxyprogesterone can be used as a contraceptive, a birth control pill. However, it should be used only when advised by your doctor.
Q. Is Medroxyprogesterone safe?
Medroxyprogesterone is safe if used in doses as prescribed by your gynecologist or physician for a prescribed duration.
Q. Does Medroxyprogesterone make you bleed?
Medroxyprogesterone can cause prolonged bleeding when used immediately after delivery or termination of pregnancy. Please consult your physician if you are experiencing prolonged bleeding while taking Medroxyprogesterone.
Q. Does Medroxyprogesterone make you sleepy?
Medroxyprogesterone does not make you sleepy, rather it causes insomnia (inability to sleep), which is an uncommon side effect with its use. In case you feel sleepy while taking this medicine, please consult your doctor.
Q. Can the use of Medroxyprogesterone cause weight gain?
Yes, weight gain is a very common side effect of Medroxyprogesterone. Please consult your physician if you are experiencing weight gain while taking Medroxyprogesterone.
Q. Can the use of Medroxyprogesterone cause acne?
Yes, acne is a common side effect seen with the use of Medroxyprogesterone. Please consult your gynecologist or physician if you have acne while taking Medroxyprogesterone.
Q. Does the use of Medroxyprogesterone cause constipation?
No, constipation has not been reported as a side effect with Medroxyprogesterone. Please discuss with your physician if you experience constipation while taking Medroxyprogesterone.
Q. Can I take Medroxyprogesterone with birth control pills?
Medroxyprogesterone itself is a birth control pill. Please consult your gynecologist or physician before taking it with other birth control pills.
Q. Can I take Medroxyprogesterone with ibuprofen?
As of now no drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two and can be taken together. However, to be on safer side consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Expert Advice
- Swallow each tablet whole. Take your tablets at the same time each day. Treatment may be required for 8 to 10 weeks before any effect can be found.Do not take Medroxyprogesterone If you are hypersensitive (allergic) to Medroxyprogesterone or other similar hormone medicines or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.Avoid smoking while you are taking this medicine. Smoking greatly increases your risk of blood clots.This medicine can pass into body fluids (including urine, feces, vomit, semen, vaginal fluid). Patients and caregivers should wear rubber gloves while cleaning up body fluids, handling contaminated trash or laundry or changing diapers. Wash hands before and after removing gloves. Wash soiled clothing and linens separately from other laundry.Body fluids should not be handled by a woman who is pregnant or who may become pregnant. Use condoms during sexual activity to avoid exposure to body fluids.Avoid becoming pregnant while being treated with Medroxyprogesterone.
Product Details
SKU: PC-948161
Product Description: Maxogest Tablet is manufactured by Corona Remedies Pvt Ltd
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: Maxogest Tablet is manufactured by Corona Remedies Pvt Ltd
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
