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Mesterolone tablets

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Clinical author's note مايكل ستيوارت 21/11/2019: Pro-Viron® tablets were discontinued in the UK in September 2018. At the time of review there are no branded or generic products containing mesterolone available in the UK. Mesterolone may still be available in other countries. This medicine leaflet is based on medical information available in the UK at the time of writing and is left here for reference purposes. Please also refer to the manufacturer's information supplied with your medicine.

Mesterolone tablets are prescribed for men.

They work by supplementing your body's natural male sex hormones.

Side-effects of treatment are similar to the masculinisation effect of natural male hormones.

At a glance

  • Mesterolone is a male sex hormone medicine, also called an androgen.

  • It treats conditions where the body doesn't produce enough natural androgen, like infertility.

  • Take tablets whole with water, three or four times a day, exactly as prescribed.

  • Your doctor will monitor you with regular blood tests and examinations.

  • Possible side-effects include headaches, nausea, acne, and mood changes.

  • Report frequent or long-lasting erections to your doctor.

تابع القراءة أدناه

About mesterolone

نوع الدواء

An androgen (a male sex hormone)

يستخدم لـ

Androgen deficiency, and infertility due to low natural hormone levels

يُعرف أيضًا باسم

Pro-Viron®

متوفر كـ

أقراص

Mesterolone belongs to the group of medicines known as androgens, which are male sex hormones. It is used to treat disorders in men where the body does not make enough natural androgen. It works by supplementing the amount of male hormone your body produces naturally.

Some medicines are not suitable for people with certain conditions, and sometimes a medicine may only be used if extra care is taken. For these reasons, before you start taking mesterolone it is important that your doctor knows:

  • إذا كنت تعاني من مشاكل في الكبد أو الكلى.

  • If you have heart problems or high blood pressure (hypertension).

  • If you have epilepsy or migraine.

  • إذا كنت مصابًا بمرض السكري.

  • If you have cancer.

  • إذا كنت تتناول أو تستخدم أي أدوية أخرى. يشمل ذلك أي أدوية تتناولها والتي يمكن شراؤها بدون وصفة طبية، بالإضافة إلى الأدوية العشبية والمكملات الغذائية.

  • إذا كنت قد تعرضت في أي وقت مضى لرد فعل تحسسي تجاه دواء.

تابع القراءة أدناه

  • Before you start this treatment, read the manufacturer's printed information leaflet from inside your pack. The leaflet will give you more information about mesterolone tablets.

  • Take the tablets exactly as your doctor has told you to. To begin with, it is usual to be prescribed 25 mg (one tablet), to be taken three or four times a day. If you need to continue taking the tablets for more than a few months, your doctor may reduce the number of tablets you need to take each day. Your doctor will tell you what dose is right for you and this will also be printed on the label of the pack to remind you.

  • Swallow the tablet whole with a drink of water. You can take mesterolone before or after meals.

  • حاول تناول جرعاتك في نفس الأوقات كل يوم، حيث سيساعدك ذلك على تذكر تناولها.

  • If you forget to take a dose, you should take it when you remember. However, if when you remember, it is nearly time for your next dose then leave out the forgotten dose. Do not take two doses at the same time to make up for a missed dose.

  • Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor so your progress can be monitored. While you are on mesterolone your doctor will want you to have regular blood tests and examinations of your prostate and breasts. This is because the treatment may increase the rate of growth of some types of cancer and your doctor will want to rule these out. Your doctor will explain this to you before you start taking mesterolone, but if you have any concerns during your treatment, make an appointment to speak with your doctor again.

  • It is unlikely that mesterolone tablets will interact with any medicines you may buy, but it is always wise to check this with a pharmacist first.

  • The tablets are for you. Never give them to other people, even if their condition appears to be the same as yours. The tablets are not suitable for increasing muscle strength and bodybuilding in healthy men and should not be taken for this reason.

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Along with their useful effects, all medicines can cause unwanted side-effects although not everyone experiences them. The table below lists some of the most common ones associated with mesterolone. You will find a full list in the manufacturer's information leaflet supplied with your medicine. The unwanted effects often improve over the first few days of taking a new medicine, but speak with your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following side-effects continue or become troublesome.

Possible mesterolone side-effects

ماذا يمكنني أن أفعل إذا واجهت هذا؟

Headache and other aches and pains

Drink plenty of water and ask your pharmacist to recommend a suitable painkiller. If the pain does not ease, speak with your doctor

الشعور بالغثيان (الدوار)، ألم في البطن (المعدة)

Stick to simple foods - avoid rich or spicy meals. If the pain does not ease quickly, speak with your doctor straightaway

Acne, swollen hands or feet, raised blood pressure, increased body hair, breast or prostate problems, increased weight, baldness, mood changes

إذا أصبح أي من هذه الأمور مزعجًا، أخبر طبيبك

مهم: if you experience frequent erections or erections that last for a long time, you must let your doctor know about this. Your treatment will need to be reviewed in order to prevent any injury.

إذا شعرت بأي أعراض أخرى تعتقد أنها قد تكون بسبب هذا الدواء، تحدث مع طبيبك أو الصيدلي.

  • احفظ جميع الأدوية بعيدًا عن متناول ورؤية الأطفال.

  • احفظه في مكان بارد وجاف، بعيدًا عن الحرارة المباشرة والضوء.

معلومات هامة عن جميع الأدوية

لا تأخذ أبدًا أكثر من الجرعة الموصوفة. إذا كنت تشك في أنك أو شخص آخر قد تناول جرعة زائدة من هذا الدواء، توجه فورًا إلى قسم الحوادث والطوارئ في مستشفى منطقتك. خذ العبوة معك، حتى لو كانت فارغة.

إذا كنت ستخضع لعملية جراحية أو علاج أسنان، أخبر الشخص الذي يقوم بالعلاج بالأدوية التي تتناولها.

لا تحتفظ بالأدوية منتهية الصلاحية أو غير المرغوب فيها. خذها إلى صيدليتك المحلية التي ستتولى التخلص منها نيابة عنك.

إذا كان لديك أي أسئلة حول هذا الدواء، اسأل الصيدلي الخاص بك.

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الأسئلة الشائعة

What is mesterolone used for?

Mesterolone is an androgen, which is a type of male sex hormone. It is prescribed to men who do not produce enough natural androgen in their bodies. It works by adding to the amount of male hormone your body already produces.

Are there any conditions where I should be careful about taking mesterolone?

Yes, it's important that your doctor knows if you have liver or kidney problems, heart problems, high blood pressure, epilepsy, migraine, diabetes, or cancer, as these conditions may require extra care when you are prescribed mesterolone.

How should I take my mesterolone tablets?

Always follow your doctor's instructions. A common starting dose is 25 mg, taken three or four times a day. You should swallow the tablet whole with water. It can be taken either before or after meals. Try to take your doses around the same time each day to help you remember.

What should I do if I forget a dose of mesterolone?

If you forget a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it's nearly time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and take your next dose as usual. Do not take two doses at once to make up for a forgotten dose.

What monitoring will I need while taking mesterolone?

Your doctor will ask you to attend regular appointments for monitoring. This includes blood tests and examinations of your prostate and breasts, as mesterolone can potentially increase the growth rate of some cancers. Your doctor will discuss this with you before you start treatment.

Can mesterolone be used to increase muscle strength for bodybuilding?

No, mesterolone tablets are not suitable for increasing muscle strength or for bodybuilding in healthy men and should not be used for this purpose.

What should I do if I experience frequent or prolonged erections while on mesterolone?

If you experience frequent erections or erections that last for a long time, you must inform your doctor immediately. Your treatment will need to be reviewed to prevent any potential injury caused by this side effect.

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مايكل ستيوارت، MRPharmS

Medicine Leaflet Review Manager – Contractor, Pharmacist

BPharm (Hons), MRPharmS

Michael is a community pharmacist practicing in the Midlands and South Yorkshire with more than 20 years’ experience advising on medicines and medical conditions. He has a strong background in healthcare training, having produced and delivered training courses for pharmacy teams and staff of residential care settings, including nurses. He has also contributed to pharmacy advisory boards for the management of low acuity conditions in the community.

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Sultan Dajani qualified at the London School of Pharmacy in 1994 and became the youngest elected member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society council since its founding in 1842.

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