Medona 10 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Medona 10 Tablet Information

Medona 10 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Abnormal Uterine Bleeding, Contraceptives are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Medona 10 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Medona 10 Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Medona 10 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Medona 10 Tablet 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Medona 10 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Medona 10 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Medona 10 Tablet related warnings section.

Medona 10 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Breast Cancer as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Medona 10 Tablet contraindications section.

Besides this, Medona 10 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Medona 10 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Medona 10 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Medona 10 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Medona 10 Tablet 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 10 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Medona 10 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Medona should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Medona 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Medona. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Medona 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Medona rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Medona 10 Tablet on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Medona. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Medona only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Medona 10 Tablet on the Heart?

Medona may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Medona 10 Tablet with Other Drugs

Medona 10 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Carbamazepine

Phenobarbital

Moderate

Phenytoin

Rifampicin

Medona 10 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Medona 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

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

Frequently asked Questions about Medona 10 Tablet

Is this Medona 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Medona 10 Tablet does not cause addiction.

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 10 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Medona 10 Tablet only on 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 10 Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Medona 10 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Medona 10 Tablet

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Medona 10 Tablet and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Medona 10 Tablet

Information about the interaction of Medona 10 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Medona 10 Tablet

Question almost 6 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 about 5 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 almost 6 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 almost 6 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 over 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.