Medanin: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Medanin Information

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 Benefits & Uses
Medanin Dosage & How to Take
Medanin Side Effects
Medanin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Medanin with Other Drugs
Medanin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Medanin
Medanin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Medanin Benefits & Uses

Medanin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Medanin 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

Medanin Related Warnings

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.

Severe
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.

Severe
What is the effect of Medanin on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Medanin on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Medanin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Carbamazepine

Phenobarbital

Moderate

Phenytoin

Rifampicin

Medanin Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Breast Cancer
Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency
Depression
Edema
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Medanin

Is this Medanin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Medanin.

No
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.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Medanin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Medanin is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Medanin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Medanin

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

Unknown
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.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Medanin

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Medanin?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

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).

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Medanin?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Usually, Medanin is given for short-term treatment of amenorrhea and menorrhagia which may vary from case to case basis depending on the condition of the patient. For contraception, one injection of Medanin is given over the duration of 3 months. Total 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

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

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Medanin 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 almost 6 years ago

How does Medanin work?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Can Medanin cause tiredness?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Medanin causes tiredness but this occurs only in a few cases. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience tiredness after taking this drug, then try to take some rest even after that if you feel excessive tiredness then do discuss it with your doctor.