
| Salt Composition: | Progesterone (Natural Micronized) (100mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Pfizer Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Menocare 100mg Tablet is a natural female sex hormone, progesterone, used to treat menstrual and pregnancy-related issues caused by hormonal imbalance. Menocare 100mg Tablet is a natural progesterone available as a micronized formulation which helps in better absorption of this medicine. It is used as a part of hormone replacement therapy generally in combination with an estrogen. It may also be used in the treatment of problems related to menstrual periods such as amenorrhea (absence of periods). It also helps in the maintenance of pregnancy in women who are at higher risk of miscarriage. It should be taken with food. It may cause sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery.
Menocare 100mg Tablet is a progesterone (female hormone). It helps to establish and maintain pregnancy. It also prevents the increase in thickness of the endometrium (lining of the uterus) caused by estrogen.
What is Menocare 100mg Tablet?
Menocare 100mg Tablet is a type of plant-derived progesterone, designed to mimic the human hormone. It undergoes micronization, reducing particle size for improved dissolution and absorption within the body. This enhances its availability and potentially minimizes side effects.
What is Menocare 100mg Tablet used to treat?
Menocare 100mg Tablet treats various conditions, including: - Secondary amenorrhea (absence of menstruation for three months in women who have had regular periods) - Pregnancy support and preventing premature labor - Bleeding disorders before menopause - Fertility treatment as part of a hormonal therapy regimen after menopause. It also relieves symptoms like premenstrual syndrome and painful bleeding, such as dysfunctional uterine bleeding.
Can I take Menocare 100mg Tablet every day?
Yes, Menocare 100mg Tablet can be taken daily. It's typically prescribed once a day in the evening or before bedtime. The duration of treatment can vary from 10-12 days per cycle to up to 25 days, and your doctor will determine the specific schedule based on your individual needs.
Does Menocare 100mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, Menocare 100mg Tablet can potentially lead to weight gain. This may be due to water retention. While it is not always a serious concern, it's advisable to consult your doctor if you experience significant weight gain.
Is Menocare 100mg Tablet safe?
Menocare 100mg Tablet is considered safer compared to synthetic progesterone. Its smaller particle size facilitates easier absorption, and it minimizes side effects such as fluid retention, changes in HDL cholesterol levels, headaches, mood disturbances.
How is progesterone beneficial for fertility and pregnancy?
Progesterone plays a crucial role in both fertility and pregnancy. It's secreted by the ovaries to prepare the uterus for implantation of a fertilized egg, helping maintain it during pregnancy. Menocare 100mg Tablet (containing natural micronized progesterone) is used as medication for infertility to aid the uterus's preparation for potential pregnancy and to prevent abortions in some cases. It's also prescribed to prevent preterm labor.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Menocare 100mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Menocare 100mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Menocare 100mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Pregnancy
Menocare 100mg Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.