Medona

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  • Contains / Salt: Medroxyprogesterone (10 mg)
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Medona Information

Medona is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Abnormal Uterine Bleeding, Contraceptives are some of its major therapeutic uses. Medona also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Medona. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Medona side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Medona are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Medona's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Medona has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Medona related warnings section.

Medona 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 Medona are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Medona have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Medona is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Medona Benefits & Uses

Medona is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Medona 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

Medona Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Medona safe for pregnant women?


    Medona 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 Medona safe during breastfeeding?


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

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


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

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


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

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


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

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Medona with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Medona Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Medona

  • Is this Medona habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Medona has not been reported.

    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 Medona can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Medona should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    There is no benefit of taking Medona for mental disorders.

    No

Medona Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Medona


    Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Medona and food will interact.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Medona


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Medona and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Medona

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Medona on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Medona should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Medona protect you from STDs (sexually transmitted diseases)?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Medona does not protect you from STDs (sexually transmitted diseases such as HIV AIDS). However, it is presumed that it might help in preventing pelvic inflammatory disease by causing thickening of cervical mucus and preventing the penetration of STDs microorganisms into the body from the reproductive system. You are advised to use a barrier method of contraception such as male condom and female condom for protection from STDs.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Medona work?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Medona 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 Medona acts as a contraceptive and helps in menorrhagia as well as secondary amenorrhoea.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Medona safe to use?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Medona is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, some side effects are observed at regular doses these are insomnia (difficulty in falling asleep), dizziness, and headache. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Medona cause stomach cramps?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Rarely, Medona 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
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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