Maxogest

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Maxogest Information

Maxogest is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding, Contraceptives. Secondary and off-label uses of Maxogest have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Maxogest depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Maxogest have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Maxogest normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Maxogest has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Maxogest's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Maxogest related warnings section.

Maxogest is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Breast Cancer are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Maxogest are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Maxogest may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Maxogest, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Maxogest Benefits & Uses

Maxogest is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Maxogest 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


Maxogest Side Effects

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

Severe

  • Bone degradation

Moderate

Mild

  • Rash

Maxogest Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Maxogest safe for pregnant women?


    Maxogest can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Maxogest safe during breastfeeding?


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

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


    Very few cases of side effects of Maxogest on kidney have been reported.

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


    You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Maxogest. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

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


    Maxogest is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Maxogest with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Maxogest Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Maxogest

  • Is this Maxogest habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Maxogest is addictive.

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


    After taking Maxogest, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Maxogest can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Maxogest only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, Maxogest cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Maxogest Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Maxogest


    Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Maxogest, due to a lack of research on this.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Maxogest


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

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Maxogest

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Maxogest cause abortion?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Maxogest does not causes abortion. It is not an abortion pill. It is given for contraception that prevents the pregnancy by inhibiting ovulation (a process by which egg matures and released by the ovaries). 

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Maxogest cause headache?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Rarely, Maxogest causes a headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest, even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Maxogest work?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Maxogest contains medroxyprogesterone which is a synthetic form of the naturally occurring female sex hormone (progesterone) that works by restoring the normal levels of this hormone in the body which helps in regulating the normal menstrual cycle. Incase of contraception, it works by preventing ovulation (a process by which egg matures and released by the ovaries). In this way Maxogest acts as a contraceptive and helps in menorrhagia as well as secondary amenorrhoea.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Maxogest cause stomach cramps?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Rarely, Maxogest 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Maxogest?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Take Maxogest as advised by your doctor. Oral tablet of Maxogest can be taken with or without food because the presence of food does not majorly affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with diabetes mellitus, hypertension, and improper kidney function while taking Maxogest.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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



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