Mestilon Tablet
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Product introduction
Mestilon Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of male hypogonadism caused due to low testosterone levels. This medicine supplements the amount of male hormone the body produces naturally.
Mestilon Tablet can be taken with or without food but it is recommended to take this medicine at the same time each day, to ensure consistent levels of the medicine in the body. Regular monitoring of prostate specific antigen (PSA) in the blood is important as this helps to track how well this medication is working. The common side effects associated with this medicine are frequent or persistent erection, acne, weight gain and gynecomastia (abnormal enlargement of breast in men).
Uses of Mestilon Tablet
- Treatment of Male hypogonadism
- Treatment of Male infertility
Benefits of Mestilon Tablet
In Treatment of Male hypogonadism
Hypogonadism is the improper functioning of reproductive organs, like testes in males and ovaries in females, which causes failure to produce sex hormones required for fertility. Mestilon Tablet acts as the male sex hormone, testosterone and therefore, improves sperm production in males. This can reduce infertility and helps to treat hypogonadism in males. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the most benefit.
In Treatment of Male infertility
Male infertility refers to a male's inability to cause pregnancy in a fertile female. This may be due to inadequate amount of sex hormone in males which affects the sperm health as well as sperm count. Mestilon Tablet behaves as the male sex hormone, testostrone, and helps in treating infertility in males. It improves sperm count as well as their quality. This helps proper functioing of sex organs in males and increase schances of conceiving for a female. Take it as advised by the doctor to get the most benefit.
How to use Mestilon Tablet
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. Mestilon Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Mestilon Tablet works
Mestilon Tablet works similar to the natural male sex hormone testosterone. It supplements the amount of male hormone the body produces naturally. It helps in treating conditions associated with low testosterone levels in the body.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Mestilon Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Mestilon Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
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Information regarding the use of Mestilon Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Mestilon Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Mestilon Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Mestilon Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Mestilon Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Mestilon Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Mestilon Tablet, 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 Mestilon Tablet for the treatment of low testosterone levels.
- Your doctor may get your blood tests done regularly to monitor red blood cells, liver function, testosterone, and prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels while taking Mestilon Tablet.
- Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as frequent or persistent erections, irritability, nervousness or weight gain after starting treatment with this medicine.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Androgens Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GYNAECOLOGICAL
Action Class
Androgens
Interaction with drugs
Taking Mestilon with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may cause liver damage.
Do not consume Ciclosporin with Mesterolone. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your liver function frequently.
Concurrent use may cause liver damage.
Do not consume Ciclosporin with Mesterolone. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your liver function frequently.
If taken together, Mesterolone may disrupt the control over diabetes in individuals taking Metformin.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your glucose levels f
If taken together, Mesterolone may disrupt the control over diabetes in individuals taking Voglibose.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your glucose levels f
If taken together, Mesterolone may disrupt the control over diabetes in individuals taking Glimepiride.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your glucose levels
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Mestilon Tablet
Twice A Day
52%
Once A Day
36%
Thrice A Day
12%
What are you using Mestilon Tablet for?
Male hypogona*
62%
Others
38%
*Male hypogonadism
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
50%
Average
31%
Poor
19%
What were the side-effects while using Mestilon Tablet?
No Side Effec*
25%
Hot flashes
25%
Acne
25%
Prostate enla*
25%
*No Side Effect, Prostate enlargement
How do you take Mestilon Tablet?
With food
70%
With or witho*
30%
*With or without food
Please rate Mestilon Tablet on price
Expensive
60%
Average
40%
FAQs
What is Mestilon Tablet, and what is it used for?
Mestilon Tablet contains a medicine called Mesterolone. Mesterolone is a type of naturally occurring male sex hormone, testosterone. It is used in the treatment of male hypogonadism (a condition in which the body does not produce enough testosterone). It is also used in the treatment of male infertility, caused due to low testosterone levels.
How and in what dose should I take Mestilon Tablet?
You can take this medicine with or without food. The dose and duration for which you need to take this medicine are decided by your doctor depending on your medical condition. Make sure to follow the doctor’s advice. It is recommended that you take this medicine at the same time each day, to ensure consistent levels of the medicine in the body.
What if I miss a dose of Mestilon Tablet?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and follow your usual dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed one.
What are the common side effects which I may experience while taking Mestilon Tablet?
The common side effects associated with this medicine are frequent or persistent erection, acne, hirsutism (excess hair growth), weight gain, baldness, mood changes, prostate hyperplasia, increased libido, and gynecomastia (abnormal enlargement of breast in men). If any of these side effects bother you, consult with your doctor as soon as possible.
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