Maxtib 2.5 mg Tablet belongs to the class of medicines called synthetic steroids used to treat postmenopausal symptoms and prevent osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones) caused in menopausal women. Maxtib 2.5 mg Tablet is a hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Postmenopause is a condition in which women have not had a period of 12 months or longer. The oestrogen levels decrease in postmenopausal women resulting in symptoms such as hot flushes (hot neck, face and chest). Osteoporosis is a bone disease that weakens and thins bones by decreasing bone density which is common in post-menopausal women.
Maxtib 2.5 mg Tablet contains Tibolone which works by mimicking the activity of natural hormones progesterone, oestrogen and testosterone. Thereby, it reduces menopausal symptoms by restoring hormone levels in the body. Also, Maxtib 2.5 mg Tablet prevents osteoporosis in postmenopausal women by restoring oestrogen levels in the body and preventing bone loss and fractures.
Take Maxtib 2.5 mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Maxtib 2.5 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience stomach pain, breast pain, vaginal bleeding or spotting, unusual hair growth, weight gain, vaginal itching or irritation. Most of these side effects of Maxtib 2.5 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to Maxtib 2.5 mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking Maxtib 2.5 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and consult a doctor. Maxtib 2.5 mg Tablet is not recommended for children. You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption with Maxtib 2.5 mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of breast cancer. If you have premature menopause, inform your doctor before taking Maxtib 2.5 mg Tablet so that the risks and benefits may be compared.