

Kavinor 10mg Tablet CR
Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain, MS, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS,
Last updated on 09 Apr 2026 | 08:05 PM (IST)



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General Information



Product introduction
Kavinor 10mg Tablet CR may be taken with or without food. Take it at the same time each day. The dose and how often you take it depend on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need so as to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablets whole with a drink of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed to you.
The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, abdominal pain, vaginal spotting, hair loss, and breast tenderness. Let your doctor know if these side effects bother you or seem serious, as there may be ways to reduce or prevent them. Some side effects may require you to stop taking this medicine. These include jaundice, migraine, or changes in speech or senses (such as eyesight, hearing, smell, taste, or touch). You should also stop taking it if you become pregnant or if your blood pressure becomes too high.
Before taking Kavinor 10mg Tablet CR, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have diabetes, migraine, liver disease, or have ever had problems with blood circulation. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking, as some may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. This medicine can affect the results of some blood and urine tests, so make sure any doctor treating you knows that you are taking it.
Uses of Kavinor Tablet CR
- Treatment of Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) : Kavinor 10mg Tablet CR helps relieve symptoms occurring before menstruation, such as mood changes, bloating, breast tenderness, fatigue, and headaches.
- Treatment of Pain during menstruation
- Treatment of Heavy menstrual bleeding : Kavinor 10mg Tablet CR helps reduce excessive menstrual bleeding and associated symptoms such as fatigue or weakness.
- Treatment of Endometriosis : Kavinor 10mg Tablet CR helps relieve pelvic pain and discomfort caused by endometriosis, a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus.
Benefits of Kavinor Tablet CR
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) can cause symptoms such as mood changes, bloating, breast tenderness, and headaches before menstruation. Kavinor 10mg Tablet CR is a synthetic progestin that helps balance hormone levels. This reduces the severity of PMS symptoms and improves overall comfort during the menstrual cycle. Take it regularly for as long as it is prescribed to help maintain symptom control.
Menstrual pain occurs due to uterine contractions and hormonal changes. Kavinor 10mg Tablet CR works by regulating hormonal activity and reducing the intensity of uterine contractions. This helps relieve cramps and discomfort during periods. It improves daily functioning and makes periods more manageable.
Heavy menstrual bleeding can occur due to excessive growth of the uterine lining. Kavinor 10mg Tablet CR helps regulate and stabilize the lining of the womb, reducing excessive bleeding. This helps improve menstrual flow and prevents complications such as fatigue or anemia.
Endometriosis occurs when tissue similar to the womb lining grows outside the uterus, causing pain and discomfort. Kavinor 10mg Tablet CR works by slowing the growth of this tissue through hormonal regulation. This helps reduce pain and other associated symptoms. Take it regularly as prescribed to help manage the condition effectively.
Side effects of Kavinor Tablet CR
- Hair loss
- Headache
- Breast tenderness
- Nausea
- Vaginal spotting
- Vomiting
- Abdominal cramp
How to use Kavinor Tablet CR
How Kavinor Tablet CR works
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Quick tips
- Take Kavinor 10mg Tablet CR each day as prescribed by your doctor to maintain stable hormone levels.
- Kavinor 10mg Tablet CR may cause spotting or light bleeding between periods; inform your doctor if it occurs frequently or becomes heavy.
- Kavinor 10mg Tablet CR is not a birth control medicine. Use a reliable non-hormonal method, such as condoms, to prevent pregnancy.
- Stop taking Kavinor 10mg Tablet CR and seek immediate medical attention if you develop severe headaches, sudden vision or hearing changes, chest pain, breathing difficulty, or swelling/pain in your legs.
- Inform your doctor if you have migraine with aura, high blood pressure, diabetes, liver disease, or a history of blood clots before taking Kavinor 10mg Tablet CR.
- Avoid smoking while taking Kavinor 10mg Tablet CR, as it may increase the risk of blood clots, especially in older women.
- Tell your doctor about all medicines or herbal supplements you are taking, as some may affect how Kavinor 10mg Tablet CR works.
- Seek medical advice if you develop yellowing of the skin/eyes or severe abdominal pain while using Kavinor 10mg Tablet CR.
- Your doctor may monitor your symptoms and treatment response during use.
- Consult your doctor if bleeding is associated with dizziness, weakness, or persistent cycle irregularities.
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References
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- FBS (Fasting Blood Sugar)
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- PPBS (Postprandial Blood Sugar)
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