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Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's

Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's

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Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's

Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's belongs to the class of progestogens used to treat heavy, painful, or irregular periods, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and endometriosis. Additionally, Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's may be used in the treatment of breast cancer. Endometriosis is a disorder in which the uterus's tissue lining (endometrium) grows on the ovaries, intestines, or fallopian tubes. The most common symptom is pelvic pain.

Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's contains Norethisterone acetate that works by mimicking the activity of the natural hormone progesterone. Thereby, it restores hormone levels in the body and regulates the growth and shedding of the womb lining. Thus, it helps to treat menstrual disorders.

Take Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience unusual vaginal bleeding or spotting, dizziness, dry mouth, constipation, nausea, diarrhea, headache, breast pain, and tenderness. Most of these side effects of Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's is not recommended for pregnant women as it may harm the unborn baby. If you are breastfeeding, consult a doctor before taking Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's. It is advised to use effective non-hormonal contraceptives such as condoms to avoid pregnancy while taking Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's. You are advised to stop smoking while taking Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's as it may increase the risk of adverse effects.

Uses of Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's

Heavy, painful or irregular periods, Premenstrual syndrome (PMS), Endometriosis, Breast cancer

Medicinal Benefits

Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's belongs to the class of progestogens used to treat heavy, painful, or irregular periods, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and endometriosis. Additionally, Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's may be used in the treatment of breast cancer. Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's contains Norethisterone acetate, a synthetic hormone that mimics the activity of the natural hormone progesterone. Thereby, it restores hormone levels in the body and regulates the growth and shedding of the womb lining. Thus, it helps to treat menstrual disorders.

Directions for Use

Take Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's with or without food or as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's

  • Unusual vaginal bleeding or spotting
  • Dizziness
  • Dry mouth
  • Constipation
  • Abdominal pain/cramps
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Headache
  • Breast pain and tenderness
     

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's is not recommended for pregnant women as it may harm an unborn baby. If you are breastfeeding, consult a doctor before taking Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's. It is advised to use effective non-hormonal contraceptives such as condoms to avoid pregnancy while taking Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's. You are advised to stop smoking while taking Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's as it may increase the risk of adverse effects. If you are about to undergo any surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's as it may increase the effect of certain anaesthetics. If you experience sudden shortness of breath, rapid heartbeat, sudden, severe, sharp pain in the chest, or cough up blood, stop taking Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's and consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs of a blood clot in the lungs.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's may interact with anticonvulsants (carbamazepine, phenytoin), antiviral drugs (nelfinavir, ritonavir), a medicine used to treat Cushing’s syndrome (aminoglutethimide), antibiotics (co-trimoxazole, rifampicin, tetracycline), immunosuppressant (ciclosporin).

Drug- Food Interaction: Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's may interact with St. John’s wort (herbal medicine used to treat depression). Also, limit the intake of grapefruit juice with Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's as it may increase the levels of Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's in blood.  

Drug-Disease Interaction: Avoid taking Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's if you have vaginal bleeding, blood clots, severe itching, porphyria (blood disorder), liver problems, angina (chest pain), or if you ever had a heart attack, jaundice, or pemphigoid gestationis (an itchy rash that develops into blisters). If you have asthma, migraine headaches, epilepsy (fits), kidney or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • NELFINAVIR
  • RITONAVIR
  • AMINOGLUTETHIMIDE
  • COTRIMOXAZOLE
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • TETRACYCLINE
  • CICLOSPORIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid fried and processed foods.
  • Include fiber-rich foods like whole grains, fruits, and vegetables in your diet.
  • Avoid refined carbohydrates that are high in sugars.
  • Replace animal proteins (like eggs, fish, and meat) with vegetable protein sources (nuts, seeds, and beans).
  • Avoid drinking excess alcohol or caffeinated drinks as they can worsen the symptoms.
  • Maintain a healthy weight, do moderate exercise regularly.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol intake.

Special Advise

  • Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's may interfere with certain laboratory tests. Therefore, inform your doctor that you are taking Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's before undergoing any tests.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS): It is a condition in which a group of symptoms occurs between ovulation and menstruation. Symptoms of PMS include mood swings, fatigue, food cravings, breast tenderness, and irritability.

Endometriosis: It is a disorder in which the tissue lining the uterus (endometrium) grows on the ovaries, intestines, or fallopian tubes. The most common symptom is pelvic pain. Other symptoms of endometriosis include lower back pain, painful periods, heavy menstrual bleeding, pain following sexual intercourse, or discomfort with bowel movements. 

Breast cancer: It is a type of cancer that develops in the breast when the breast cells begin to grow abnormally. The tumor cells invade other healthy breast cells and can travel to lymph nodes which are a primary pathway for the cancer cells to move to other parts of the body. Symptoms of breast cancer include a lump in the breast or tissue thickening which feels different than the normal surrounding tissues, breast pain, redness, swelling, nipple discharge other than breast milk, bloody discharge, unexplained change in shape, size, or appearance of the breast, peeling, flaking or scaling of the skin, and a lump or swelling under the arm.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - MEN0265

FAQs

Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's works by mimicking the activity of the natural hormone progesterone. Thereby, it restores hormone levels in the body and regulates the growth and shedding of the womb lining. Thus, it helps to treat menstrual disorders.
Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's may be used to delay periods. Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's keeps progesterone levels high and prevents shedding of the womb lining. However, please consult a doctor if you have any concerns.
Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's may increase the risk of a blood clot in the veins of the leg, especially if you are overweight, smoking, or have a history of a blood clot in the lungs or veins, repeated miscarriage or had major surgery, serious injury, or systemic lupus erythematosus (autoimmune disease). Therefore, please inform your doctor if you have any of these conditions before taking Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's.
You are not recommended to take Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's with rifampicin as it may decrease the levels of Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's in blood and reduce its effectiveness. However, please consult a doctor before taking Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's with other medicines.
Periods usually resume within 3 days of discontinuing Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's. However, please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.
Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's may cause changes in blood sugar levels. Therefore, it is advised to regularly monitor blood sugar levels while taking Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes before taking Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's.

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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's is a category X pregnancy drug and is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may harm the unborn baby. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's is given to breastfeeding women only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Unsafe

Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's is not recommended if you have liver disease. However, if you have any concerns regarding this, please consult a doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Mensil-N CR 10 Tablet 10's in children.

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