Meklon-D Injection
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Product introduction
Meklon-D Injection is a medicine used in the treatment of osteoporosis in post-menopausal women. It helps strengthen the bones which become thin and brittle due to osteoporosis.
Meklon-D Injection is generally given by a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. You should take it regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not stop using the medicine even if you feel better unless the doctor tells you so.
Using this medicine may cause few common side effects such as edema (swelling of legs, ankle, and feet), fluid retention, nausea, vomiting, acne, and breast enlargement. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects bother you.
Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney problems. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult with their doctors before using the medicine.
Uses of Meklon-D Injection
Benefits of Meklon-D Injection
In Treatment of Post menopausal osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a common condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to break. It often occurs in women after menopause (end of a woman's menstrual cycles) and is known as post-menopausal osteoporosis. Meklon-D Injection helps to keep your bones strong and healthy and reduces the risk of osteoporosis. It also helps maintain bone density and reduces your risk of bone fracture. You should use this medicine as it is prescribed, and for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor.
Side effects of Meklon-D Injection
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 Meklon-D
- Edema (swelling)
- Nausea
- Breast enlargement
- Acne
- Vomiting
How to use Meklon-D Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Meklon-D Injection works
Meklon-D Injection is an anabolic steroid which mimics the effect of male hormone (testosterone). It works by strengthening the bones which become thin and fragile due to osteoporosis.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Meklon-D Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Meklon-D Injection 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Meklon-D Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Meklon-D Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Meklon-D Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Meklon-D Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Meklon-D Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Meklon-D Injection?
If you miss a dose of Meklon-D Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Meklon-D Injection for the treatment of osteoporosis in women after menopause.
- It is given as an injection into muscle of upper arm or leg by your doctor.
- Inform your doctor if you develop male characteristics such as hoarseness, increased hair growth, acne and increased sex drive.
- Do not take Meklon-D Injection if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Anabolic steroid
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
HORMONES
Action Class
Anabolic steroid
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Name: Gelmek Healthcare
Address: 109-110 SCARLET GATEWAY, Corporate Road, Prahlad Nagar, Satellite, Ahmedabad – 380015, Gujarat, India
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Meklon-D Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Meklon-D Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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