Medanin is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding, Contraceptives. Other than this, Medanin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Medanin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Medanin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Medanin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Medanin has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Medanin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Medanin related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Breast Cancer must refrain from the use of Medanin since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Medanin have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Medanin 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 Medanin is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Medanin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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) |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Medanin is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Medanin safe for pregnant women?
Medanin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Medanin safe during breastfeeding?
Medanin should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Medanin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Medanin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Medanin on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Medanin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Medanin on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Medanin on the heart have been reported.
Medanin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Medanin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Medanin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Medanin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Medanin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Medanin can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Medanin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Medanin is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Medanin
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Medanin and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Medanin
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Medanin with alcohol will be.
Yes, Medanin is used as a contraceptive (birth control method). For contraception one injection of Medanin is given over the duration of 3 months, a total of 4 injections are given throughout the year for effective contraception. The fertility is restored normally after 10 months following the last injection of this drug on an average basis.
Rarely, Medanin 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.
Medanin is a brand name of medroxyprogesterone and it comes in the form of tablet and injection. It belongs to the class of drug known as progestins. It is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of menorrhagia (abnormally heavy bleeding), secondary amenorrhoea (absence of periods over the duration of three months or more), and endometrial hyperplasia (overgrown lining of the uterus). It is also used for contraception (a method of birth control) and off-label for the treatment of paraphilia (abnormal sexual behavior).
No, Medanin should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Medanin can bring a period. As we known that it is used in the treatment of amenorrhoea (absence of periods over the duration of three months or more) that is caused by the hormonal imbalance. Medanin works in amenorrhoea by restoring this hormonal balance which results in regular menstrual periods.
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