Sovidec 25mg Injection

Sovidec 25mg 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.

Sovidec 25mg 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.

Post menopausal osteoporosis

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Sovidec 25mg 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.

Q: What if you forget to take Sovidec Injection?
A: If you miss a dose of Sovidec 25mg 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.

You have been prescribed Sovidec 25mg 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 Sovidec 25mg Injection if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Edema (swelling)

Nausea

Breast enlargement

Acne

Vomiting

Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Sovidec 25mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy:UNSAFE

Sovidec 25mg 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 Sovidec 25mg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving:SAFE

Sovidec 25mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Sovidec 25mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:CAUTION

Sovidec 25mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Sovidec 25mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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