Modus 10 Tablet

Modus Tablet is given to women who are unable to produce progesterone hormone naturally. It is also prescribed to patients suffering from various disorders related to the female reproductive cycle like disorders including irregular menstrual periods, absence of menses, delayed periods, abnormal uterine bleeding, endometriosis, etc. Modus Tablet is a hormonal medicine.

It contains medroxyprogesterone, a human made female hormone. This Tablet corrects the reduced hormonal levels of progesterone in the body and disorders associated with it.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose of Modus Tablet include nausea and vomiting, dizziness, breast tenderness, abdominal pain, fatigue, drowsiness and withdrawal bleeding. If you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken an excessive dose of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you miss a dose of Modus Tablet, take it as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not double the dose to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Modus Tablet contains medroxyprogesterone which acts as a natural female sex hormone, crucial for maintaining a normal mensuration cycle. Females who are not able to produce progesterone naturally, suffer from various menstrual cycle-related disorders. Medroxyprogesterone helps in regularising menses and achieving hormonal balance.

Directions for Use

• Take Modus Tablet as a whole with water, with or without food.
• You should take this medicine regularly at the same time without fail as directed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Modus Tablet during pregnancy?

Pregnant women should not use Modus Tablet as it can lead to abnormalities in the growing foetus.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Modus Tablet while breastfeeding?

Modus Tablet is not recommended for breastfeeding women as it passes into breast milk. Do not take the Modus Tablet at least till your baby is six weeks old.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Modus Tablet?

Modus Tablet does not affect your driving abilities. Be careful if you experience any side effects which can interfere with your driving abilities.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Modus Tablet?

Alcohol weakens bones by decreasing bone density when it is taken with Modus Tablet.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have kidney or heart diseases such as high blood pressure.
• You have asthma, diabetes, liver problems or gallstones.
• You are suffering from migraine, mood disorders or epilepsy.
• You have an allergic condition characterised by joint pain, skin rashes or high fever.
• You may experience weight gain and oedema when on this medicine, inform your doctor if you experience the same.
• The risk of blood clot formation increases if you are overweight or you ever had a blood clot in your veins.
• You have limited movement due to surgery or you had repeated miscarriages in the past.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to medroxyprogesterone or any ingredients of Modus Tablet.
• If you are pregnant or trying to conceive.
• If you have a history of breast cancer, heart-related disorder or liver disorder or any other kind of pre-existing medical condition.
• If you have blood clotting disorders such as thrombosis and porphyria (a blood disorder that affects the nervous system and skin).

Side effects

• Headache
• Nausea
• Abnormal bleeding
• Fever
• Fatigue
• Weight gain
• Hair fall
• Acne
• Itching
• Breast pain
• Breast tenderness
• Feeling low
• Insomnia
• Nervousness

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Modus Tablet may interact with other medicines and create an altered response. Please tell your doctor if you are using any other medicines, over-the-counter medications (that you buy without a prescription) and herbal preparations.

Storage and disposal

• Store it below 25°C in a cool and dry place.
• Keep it away from children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Modus Tablet a contraceptive pill?

No, Modus Tablet is not a contraceptive pill. It is a hormonal preparation used to correct low progesterone levels in females and disorders related to that.

Is weight gain a side effect of Modus Tablet?

Yes, weight gain is a common side effect of Modus Tablet. However, not everyone puts on weight after the use of this medicine, also the weight gain is temporary and mostly due to fluid retention & bloating and not due to the accumulation of fat.

Is Modus Tablet safe and effective?

Modus Tablet is effective if you take it at dose and duration advised by your doctor. If you stop taking this Tablet once you start feeling good, the chance of bleeding and other side effects increases.

Does Modus cause withdrawal bleeding?

No, Modus does not cause withdrawal bleeding. However, if you notice such kinds of symptoms like spotting or bleeding even after finishing the treatment, inform the doctor.