BLATA 5MG CAPSULE

Composition Ulipristal acetate (5mg)
Rx Prescription Required
Pack strip of 10 capsules
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical Class Estradiol Derivative
Action Class Selective Progesterone receptor modulators(SPRM)
Habbit Forming No
Manufacturer Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Manufacturer address Alembic Road, Vadodara – 390 003, Gujarat,INDIA

BLATA 5MG CAPSULE is a medicine used to treat uterine fibroids (a non-cancerous growth in the uterus). It is used for intermittent treatment and pre-operative treatment of uterine fibroid in women of reproductive age.

BLATA 5MG CAPSULE reduces symptoms like vaginal bleeding, prolonged periods and lower back pain. It can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor’s advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablets whole with a glass of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. It is important to note that this medicine makes birth control less effective so use proper contraceptive methods to avoid pregnancy.The most common side effects of this medicine include amenorrhea (absence of menstrual period) and headache. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. This medicine might stop your period for some time, but it happens again when you stop taking the medicine. Usually, your periods get stops within 10 days of taking the medicine, consult with your doctor if you still experience heavy bleeding.Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have ever had liver problems or severe asthma. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor may perform some blood tests to check for liver functioning.

Uterine fibroids

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. BLATA 5MG CAPSULE may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

BLATA 5MG CAPSULE is a selective progesterone receptor modulator. It works by modifying the action of progesterone (natural female hormone). It is used either before surgery of fibroids or for intermittent (at regular intervals) treatment of fibroids. It helps reduce their size, stops or controls bleeding and increases your red blood cell count.

If you miss a dose of BLATA 5MG CAPSULE, 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.

BLATA 5MG CAPSULE is used for the treatment of uterine fibroids and their associated symptoms, such as painful periods, heavy bleeding and pelvic pain.

It considerably reduces or stops your menstrual bleeding within the first 10 days of treatment. Notify your doctor if you continue to have heavy bleeding despite taking BLATA 5MG CAPSULE.

Your periods will usually start again within four weeks of stopping BLATA 5MG CAPSULE.

Use a reliable barrier contraceptive method (such as condoms or a diaphragm) to prevent pregnancy while you are taking BLATA 5MG CAPSULE as it may make hormonal contraceptives (such as pills) less effective.

Your doctor may get routine blood tests done to assess the functioning of your liver. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of skin/eye, dark urine, or stomach pain.

Q. How does BLATA 5MG CAPSULE work for fibroids?

BLATA 5MG CAPSULE acts by blocking the receptors of progesterone, which decreases the levels of progesterone and therefore it is helpful in decreasing the size of fibroids. Fibroids are non-cancerous development around the uterus. When given at a certain prescribed dose, BLATA 5MG CAPSULE inhibits ovulation leading to stopping of periods. As a result, it may benefit women who have heavy bleeding due to fibroids.

Q. Does BLATA 5MG CAPSULE stop periods?

No, taking a single tablet of BLATA 5MG CAPSULE does not stop periods, but it may delay or prepone your periods. In some cases you may have bleeding in between your periods. Consult your doctor if this happens.

Q. Can ulipristal be used as regular birth control medicine?

No, BLATA 5MG CAPSULE cannot be used as a regular contraceptive. It is meant for occasional use as an emergency contraceptive. It is important to know that the safety and effectiveness of BLATA 5MG CAPSULE have not been established for repeated use in one menstrual cycle. Hence, its repeated use is not recommended.

Q. How and when should BLATA 5MG CAPSULE be taken?

BLATA 5MG CAPSULE should be taken orally as soon as possible after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure and not later than 120 hours (5 days). It can be taken at anytime of the day and before, during or after food. It can be taken at anytime during your menstrual cycle.

Q. What if I vomit after taking BLATA 5MG CAPSULE?

If you vomit immediately after taking BLATA 5MG CAPSULE or within 3 hours of taking it, take another tablet of BLATA 5MG CAPSULE. However, if you have vomited after 3 hours of taking the medicine you need not take another tablet.

Q. Do I need to continue with my regular birth control method?

BLATA 5MG CAPSULE may make your birth control pills less effective and therefore in addition to birth control pills you should continue using condoms till your next period (menses).

Q. What other important points I need to remember regarding BLATA 5MG CAPSULE?

While taking BLATA 5MG CAPSULE you should be aware of some important points such as it does not work if you are already pregnant and it is not effective if you have unprotected sex after taking the tablet. It is also important to know that BLATA 5MG CAPSULE does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases such as HIV, syphilis etc.

In Uterine fibroids

Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths of the uterus that often appear during childbearing years. BLATA 5MG CAPSULE helps control the symptoms associated with uterine fibroids such as excessive menstrual bleeding, lower back pain, and also reduces the size of the existing fibroids. It blocks the action of the enzyme responsible for the growth of the broids. As a result they decrease in size and also stop growing further. Take this medicine as advised by the doctor to get the most benefit.

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

Endometrial hyperplasia

Headache

Absence of menstrual periods

Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with BLATA 5MG CAPSULE. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy:UNSAFE

BLATA 5MG CAPSULE 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:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

BLATA 5MG CAPSULE is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving:UNSAFE

BLATA 5MG CAPSULE may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.After taking BLATA 5MG CAPSULE, some women experience dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision and/or loss of concentration. If you experience these symptoms, do not drive.

Kidney:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of BLATA 5MG CAPSULE in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of BLATA 5MG CAPSULE in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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