Ibpristal 5mg Capsule
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Product introduction
Ibpristal 5mg Capsule is a medicine used to treat uterine fibroids (a non-cancerous growth in the uterus) in premenopausal women who cannot undergo surgical treatment or have not responded to surgical intervention.
Ibpristal 5mg Capsule is a type of emergency contraceptive pill. It has to be taken as one single tablet therapy as soon as possible after unprotected sex.
Ibpristal 5mg Capsule is a type of emergency contraceptive pill. It has to be taken as one single tablet therapy as soon as possible after unprotected sex.
Uses of Ibpristal Capsule
Benefits of Ibpristal Capsule
In Uterine fibroids
Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths of the uterus that often appear during childbearing years. Ibpristal 5mg Capsule helps control the symptoms associated with uterine fibroids such as excessive menstrual bleeding, lower back pain, and also reduces the size of the existing fibroids. It blocks the action of the enzyme responsible for the growth of the broids. As a result they decrease in size and also stop growing further. Take this medicine as advised by the doctor to get the most benefit.
Side effects of Ibpristal Capsule
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Ibpristal
- Absence of menstrual periods
- Headache
- Endometrial hyperplasia
How to use Ibpristal Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Ibpristal 5mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ibpristal 5mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Ibpristal 5mg Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ibpristal 5mg Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Ibpristal 5mg Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
After taking Ibpristal 5mg Capsule, some women experience dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision and/or loss of concentration. If you experience these symptoms, do not drive.
After taking Ibpristal 5mg Capsule, some women experience dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision and/or loss of concentration. If you experience these symptoms, do not drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Ibpristal 5mg Capsule in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Ibpristal 5mg Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Ibpristal 5mg Capsule is used for the treatment of uterine fibroids and their associated symptoms, such as painful periods, heavy bleeding and pelvic pain.
- It considerably reduces or stops your menstrual bleeding within the first 10 days of treatment. Notify your doctor if you continue to have heavy bleeding despite taking Ibpristal 5mg Capsule.
- Your periods will usually start again within four weeks of stopping Ibpristal 5mg Capsule.
- Use a reliable barrier contraceptive method (such as condoms or a diaphragm) to prevent pregnancy while you are taking Ibpristal 5mg Capsule as it may make hormonal contraceptives (such as pills) less effective.
- Your doctor may get routine blood tests done to assess the functioning of your liver. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of skin/eye, dark urine, or stomach pain.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Estradiol Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GYNAECOLOGICAL
Action Class
Selective Progesterone receptor modulators(SPRM)
Patient concerns
FAQs
How does Ibpristal 5mg Capsule work for fibroids?
Ibpristal 5mg Capsule acts by blocking the receptors of progesterone, which decreases the levels of progesterone and therefore it is helpful in decreasing the size of fibroids. Fibroids are non-cancerous development around the uterus. When given at a certain prescribed dose, Ibpristal 5mg Capsule inhibits ovulation leading to stopping of periods. As a result, it may benefit women who have heavy bleeding due to fibroids.
Does Ibpristal 5mg Capsule stop periods?
No, taking a single tablet of Ibpristal 5mg Capsule does not stop periods, but it may delay or prepone your periods. In some cases you may have bleeding in between your periods. Consult your doctor if this happens.
Can ulipristal be used as regular birth control medicine?
No, Ibpristal 5mg Capsule cannot be used as a regular contraceptive. It is meant for occasional use as an emergency contraceptive. It is important to know that the safety and effectiveness of Ibpristal 5mg Capsule have not been established for repeated use in one menstrual cycle. Hence, its repeated use is not recommended.
How and when should Ibpristal 5mg Capsule be taken?
Ibpristal 5mg Capsule should be taken orally as soon as possible after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure and not later than 120 hours (5 days). It can be taken at anytime of the day and before, during or after food. It can be taken at anytime during your menstrual cycle.
What if I vomit after taking Ibpristal 5mg Capsule?
If you vomit immediately after taking Ibpristal 5mg Capsule or within 3 hours of taking it, take another tablet of Ibpristal 5mg Capsule. However, if you have vomited after 3 hours of taking the medicine you need not take another tablet.
Do I need to continue with my regular birth control method?
Ibpristal 5mg Capsule may make your birth control pills less effective and therefore in addition to birth control pills you should continue using condoms till your next period (menses).
What other important points I need to remember regarding Ibpristal 5mg Capsule?
While taking Ibpristal 5mg Capsule you should be aware of some important points such as it does not work if you are already pregnant and it is not effective if you have unprotected sex after taking the tablet. It is also important to know that Ibpristal 5mg Capsule does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases such as HIV, syphilis etc.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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Address: Indiabulls Pharmaceuticals Limited is M – 62 & 63, First Floor, Connaught Place, New Delhi – 11000
Country of origin: India
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