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Menolon Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Male Hypogonadism. The alternative uses of Menolon Injection have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Menolon Injection. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Menolon Injection have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Menolon Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Menolon Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Menolon Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Menolon Injection related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Hyperlipoproteinemia Type III must refrain from the use of Menolon Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Menolon Injection contraindications section.
Additionally, Menolon Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Menolon Injection, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Menolon Injection is used to treat the following -
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 |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult(Female) |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Menolon Injection safe for pregnant women?
Menolon shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Menolon Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Menolon 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 Menolon Injection on the Kidneys?
Menolon may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Menolon Injection on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Menolon. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Menolon Injection on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Menolon. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Menolon Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Menolon Injection habit forming or addictive?
Menolon Injection does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Menolon Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Menolon Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Menolon Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Menolon Injection
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Menolon Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Menolon Injection
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Menolon Injection and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Menolon can bring on puberty. It is used in the treatment of the delayed puberty in adolescent boys between the age group of 14 -17 years which might be caused by low testosterone levels. Menolon helps in delayed puberty by restoring this hormonal balance.
No, Menolon does not cause infertility at prescribed doses. However, if Menolon is used in more than the recommended doses than it can suppress the formation of sperms by inhibition of follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) which is released from the pituitary gland that can lead to a deficiency of sperms in semen (oligospermia). However, this effect is reversible and fertility is restored after discontinuation of Menolon.
No, Menolon does not cause fever. It has not been reported by the patients who are using Menolon. If you are experiencing fever after using this drug then take antipyretic medicine (drugs that reduce fever) such as paracetamol and take bed rest.
Yes, Menolon can be taken with aspirin. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Menolon along with aspirin if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Menolon can cause hair loss. It is a known side effect of this drug. Apart from hair loss Menolon can also cause hair growth on the face, chest, and back (hirsutism). For partial hair loss, you are advised to take hair tonic and also consult your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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