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Code：007532-001
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- Medroxyprogesterone Acetate tablets 200mg F 20Tablets
- $87.30
Up to 5 pieces per person
10% discount for total amount over $100
shipping schedule : 5 to 10 working days after payment
warehouse：Japan1
Manufacturer ：Fuji Pharma
Brand ：Fuji Pharma
JAN Code：----
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Description
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This medicine, a type of female hormone (luteinizing hormone), suppresses the action of another female hormone (ovarian hormone) by acting on the pituitary gland and adrenal cortex to suppress the secretion of the hormone. It also suppresses proliferation of cancer cells by showing a suppressive effect on DNA synthesis of cancer cells.
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Presentation
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20tablets
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Feature
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White tablet
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Active Ingredients
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Medroxyprogesterone acetate
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Effect/Efficacy
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This medicine, a type of female hormone (luteinizing hormone), suppresses the action of another female hormone (ovarian hormone) by acting on the pituitary gland and adrenal cortex to suppress the secretion of the hormone. It also suppresses proliferation of cancer cells by showing a suppressive effect on DNA synthesis of cancer cells.
It is usually used to treat breast cancer and uterine body cancer (endometrial cancer).
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Usage/Dosage
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〇 General dosage ：
● For breast cancer: In general, for adults, take 1 to 2 tablets (200 to 400 mg of the active ingredient) at a time, three times a day.
● For uterine body cancer (endometrial cancer): In general, for adults, take a daily dose of 2 to 3 tablets (400 to 600 mg of the active ingredient) in 2 to 3 divided doses.
● In any case, the dosage may be adjusted according to your disease/symptoms. Strictly follow the instructions.
〇 If you miss a dose, skip the missed dose and follow your next dosing schedule. You should never take two doses at one time.
〇 If you accidentally take more than your prescribed dose, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.
〇 Do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor instructs you to do so.
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Contraindication
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● The most commonly reported adverse reactions are following symptoms. If any of these symptoms occur, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.
- increase of body weight, moon face, uterine bleeding, edema, menstrual abnormality,
- changes in vaginal discharge, amenorrhea, glycosuria, worsening of diabetes mellitus, numbness,
- headache, shivering, dizziness, increased appetite, fever, malaise, vision disorder, elevation of blood pressure,
- palpitation, abdominal pain, nausea/vomiting, loss of appetite, dry mouth, constipation, diarrhea,
- rash, sweating, acne (pimple), itching sensation, hot flush, shortness of breath, hoarse voice and sensation of heat.
● The symptoms described below are rarely seen as initial symptoms of the adverse reactions indicated in brackets. If any of these symptoms occur, stop taking this medicine and see your doctor immediately.
- pain/edema of legs, shortness of breath, pain in chest or head [thrombosis]
- respiratory distress, general edema, general malaise [congestive heart failure]
- respiratory distress, hives, swelling around eyes and lips [anaphylactoid symptoms]
- visual loss, bulging eyes, double vision [papilledema]
The above symptoms do not describe all the adverse reactions to this medicine. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any symptoms of concern other than those listed above.
