Uses of Menorest

Hormone replacement therapy
Post menopausal osteoporosis

Side effects of Menorest

Breast pain
Stomach pain
Vaginal bleeding
Vaginal inflammation
Vaginal spotting
Irritation
Itching
Weight gain

How to use Menorest

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Menorest may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Menorest works

Menorest is a hormonal medication. It has effects similar to estrogen, progesterone and androgen. It substitutes for the loss of estrogen production in postmenopausal women and treats menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats and vaginal problems. It also prevents bone loss following menopause.

Quick Tips

Menorest is used as a part of hormone replacement therapy to relieve symptoms of menopause such as hot flushes, vaginal dryness, depression, and night sweats.
It may also be used for preventing osteoporosis in women who have attained menopause and are at high risk of fractures.
Take it at the same time everyday to help you remember to take it.
It may cause bleeding or spotting in between menstrual periods. Let your doctor know if this occurs frequently.
Stop taking Menorest and inform your doctor immediately if you get severe headaches, stabbing pains or swelling in one leg, and pain on breathing. These could be symptoms of a blood clot in a vein.
Ensure that you regularly check your breasts for any changes and undergo regular breast screening and cervical smear tests while on treatment with this medicine.
Do not use Menorest if you have a history of blood clots and liver disease.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Menorest.
UNSAFE – Pregnancy: Menorest 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Breastfeeding: Information regarding the use of Menorest during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE – Driving: Menorest does not usually affect your ability to drive.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Kidney: There is limited information available on the use of Menorest in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Liver: There is limited information available on the use of Menorest in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.