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Db

  • Manufactured by: Unicure India Pvt Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Medroxyprogesterone (10 mg)

Db

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  • Manufactured by: Unicure India Pvt Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Medroxyprogesterone (10 mg)

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Db Information

Db is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Abnormal Uterine Bleeding, Contraceptives are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Db have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Db depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Db as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Db are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Db is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Db has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Db related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Breast Cancer must refrain from the use of Db since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Db contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Db with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Db is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

  1. Db Benefits & Uses
  2. Db Dosage & How to Take
  3. Db Side Effects
  4. Db Related Warnings
  5. Severe Interaction of Db with Other Drugs
  6. Db Contraindications
  7. Frequently asked Questions about Db
  8. Db Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Db Benefits & Uses

Db is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

  • Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
  • Contraceptives

Other Benefits

  • Endometriosis
  • Endometrial Cancer
  • Amenorrhea
  • Endometrial Hyperplasia
  • Renal Cell Carcinoma

Db Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: Start on the 16th or 21st day of the menstrual cycle
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: Start on the 16th or 21st day of the menstrual cycle

Db Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Db is used -

Severe

  • हड्डी का पतन

Moderate

  • डिप्रेशन (और पढ़ें - डिप्रेशन के घरेलू उपाय)
  • थ्रोम्बोफ्लिबिटिस
  • एडिमा

Mild

  • लाल चकत्ते

Db Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Db safe for pregnant women?


    Db shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Db safe during breastfeeding?


    Db may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Db on the Kidneys?


    Db rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Db on the Liver?


    Db may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Db on the Heart?


    Very few cases of side effects of Db on the heart have been reported.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Db with Other Drugs

Db should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Carbamazepine
  • Mazetol SR 200 Tablet
  • Tegrital 200 Tablet
  • Tegrital 400 Tablet
  • Zeptol CR 300 Tablet
Phenobarbital
  • Gardenal Syrup
  • Gardenal 30 Tablet
  • Garoin Tablet
  • Phenytal 50 Tablet

Moderate

Phenytoin
  • Epsolin 100 Tablet
  • Epsolin ER 300 Tablet
  • Eptoin 300 ER Tablet
  • Epsolin 300 Tablet
Rifampicin
  • Akurit 4 Tablet
  • Forecox Tablet
  • R Cin 450 Capsule
  • R Cin 600 Capsule

Db Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Db unless your doctor advises you to do so -

  • Liver Disease
  • Breast Cancer
  • Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency
  • Depression
  • Edema
  • Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Db

  • Is this Db habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Db.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Db can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Db is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Db for mental disorders.

    No

Db Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Db


    Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Db together with food.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Db


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Db with alcohol.

    Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Db

Question about 2 years ago

Can I take Db with paracetamol?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Db can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Db along with paracetamol if it does not exceed the recommended dosage.

Question almost 3 years ago

Does Db cause weight gain?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, long-term use of Db might cause weight changes (weight gain or weight loss) but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug. It is presumed that it causes weight gain through fat deposition. You are advised to do brisk walking daily to keep yourself active and maintaining a healthy weight.

Question about 2 years ago

Can I take Db with diclofenac?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Db can be taken with diclofenac. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Db along with diclofenac if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question about 3 years ago

Can I take Db without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Db is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.

Question about 3 years ago

Does Db cause stomach cramps?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Rarely, Db causes stomach cramps. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience severe stomach cramps after taking this drug then discuss it with your doctor immediately.


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
3 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user;Provera® (medroxyprogesterone acetate)

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 351

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 316, 318, 319, 323

  • 153 people have bought this recently
  • ₹49.0
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