Mimvey: Uses, indications and precautions when using

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Mimvey is a medication containing two female hormones used as a hormone supplement for postmenopausal women. To relieve symptoms caused by menopausal conditions such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness and reduce the risk of osteoporosis caused by a sudden drop in sex hormones.

1. What does Mimvey do?

When women reach menopause, there will be a decrease in female hormone levels, causing many signs that can affect quality of life and health. That's why hormone replacement therapy was born, which is used to reduce the symptoms of menopause.
Mimvey contains two female hormones, one is estrogen and the other is progestin. Used for the purpose of reducing the signs of perimenopausal conditions caused such as vaginal dryness, hot flashes, osteoporosis, sleep disturbances, ... In addition, because estrogen alone increases the risk There is a risk of endometrial cancer, so we add a progestin to avoid this risk for those who have not had a hysterectomy. However, for those who have had a hysterectomy who are not at risk for endometrial cancer, the combination should not be used.

2. Indications and usage of Mimvey

The drug is used as a hormone replacement measure for women in perimenopause, menopause or women with early menopause to relieve uncomfortable symptoms such as night sweats, trouble sleeping, vaginal dryness. , hot flashes, osteoporosis, ... caused by a decrease in female hormones.
How to use the drug: The drug is taken orally, should be taken with food or immediately after a meal to prevent stomach upset.
Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.
It is recommended to take the medicine regularly and at the same time every day.

3. What are the side effects of Minvey?

When using Minvey medicine can cause some effects including:
Common side effects such as stomach pain, vomiting or nausea, bloating, chest tightness, headache, weight change. These side effects may subside after a period of use, however, if any persist or get worse, notify your doctor. Sometimes, serious health side effects can occur. Tell your doctor right away if you have any of these serious side effects, including: Signs of depression, memory loss, unusual breast mass, unusual vaginal bleeding, severe abdominal pain, persistent nausea and vomiting, yellowing of the eyes, skin, dark urine, swelling of the hands, frequent urination, or extreme thirst.

There is also a risk of serious problems with blood clots (such as heart attack, stroke, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism) when taking the drug. Get medical help right away if you have any of these suspicious signs of a serious medical condition, including: Chest pain, unusual sweating, sudden or severe headache, unilateral muscle weakness confusion, difficulty speaking, sudden vision changes (such as partial or complete blindness), leg pain or swelling, trouble breathing, coughing up blood, dizziness, sudden fainting. Anaphylaxis can occur with this drug, but is very rare. However, this condition is very dangerous, you should notify your doctor immediately if you have any of the following signs: Itchy skin, rash, difficulty breathing, severe dizziness, fast heartbeat.

4. Notes when using Mimvey

To minimize the unwanted effects caused by the drug, to ensure the safest use of the drug, it is necessary to note the following issues:
Before using Mimvey, please inform your doctor if you have ever had a medical condition. if you are allergic to the drug or to drugs with similar ingredients or if you have any other allergic conditions such as allergies to food or other drugs. Inform your medical history before taking the drug. In particular, medical conditions include: History of abnormal vaginal bleeding, certain cancers (such as breast cancer, uterine cancer, ovarian cancer, blood clots, stroke, etc.) cardiovascular disease, liver and kidney disease, family history of disease (especially breast tumor, cancer, embolism), family or personal history of blood clotting disorders, blood high blood pressure, diabetes, dyslipidemia, obesity, lupus erythematosus, hypothyroidism, mineral imbalances (low or high blood calcium levels), hypoparathyroidism, uterine problems (such as fibroids) , endometriosis ), gallbladder disease, asthma, menorrhagia, migraines, mental disorders. It is necessary to inform your doctor of any medicines you are taking to avoid drug interactions. that may interact with these drugs include: Aromatase inhibitors (such as anastrozole, letrozole,...), ospemifene, tranexamic acid, certain combination products used to treat chronic hepatitis C (ombitasvir, paritaprevir). With the indications and strict supervision of the doctor, do not arbitrarily use the drug. Consult with your doctor about the risks and benefits before deciding to take them. Do not smoke or use tobacco while taking the drug, avoid passive smoking. The estrogen component combined with the component in smoke increases the risk of stroke, blood clots, high blood pressure and heart attack, especially in women over 35 years old.

Tell your doctor if you have had or are going to have surgery, or if you will be in a chair or bed for a long time (such as a long plane ride). These conditions will increase your risk of blood clots, especially if you are using this product that contains estrogen. You should stop taking this medicine for a while or take special precautions to prevent blood clots from forming. This medicine may cause skin pigmentation. Sunlight can aggravate this condition. You need to limit your time in the sun and use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors. If you are nearsighted, you may be at risk for vision-related problems or difficulty wearing contact lenses. This medicine must not be used during pregnancy. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, tell your doctor right away. This medicine passes into breast milk causing a decrease in the quality and quantity of breast milk secreted. Please consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Hormone replacement therapy is used to reduce uncomfortable symptoms and the risk of certain medical conditions in postmenopausal women. However, you need to weigh the benefits and risks of the drug.
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