Livial-2.5mg Tab

Uses of Livial-2.5mg Tab

Tibolone is used to mimic the activity of the naturally occurring female sex hormones oestrogen and progestogen in the body. It helps to restore the natural balance of these hormones. It is a female sex hormone, sometimes known as a hormone replacement therapy (HRT).

Side Effects of Livial-2.5mg Tab

Weight gain; dizziness; rash; pruritus; headache; migraine; visual disturbances; GI symptoms; facial hair growth; altered liver function; ankle oedema; depression; arthralgia or myalgia; irregular vaginal bleeding. Potentially Fatal: Breast or endometrial cancer and stroke.

Drug Interactions

Enzyme inducers eg, barbiturates, phenytoin, carbamazepine and rifampicin may accelerate tibolone metabolism. Increased anticoagulant effects of warfarin.

Contraindications

Known or suspected oestrogen dependent tumours in women, present or history of breast cancer, undiagnosed vaginal bleeding, severe liver disease, history or current CV or cerebrovascular disorders, untreated endometrial hyperplasia, porphyria, pregnancy and lactation, premenopausal women.

Mechanism of Action

Tibolone is a steroid that possesses oestrogenic, progestogenic and weak androgenic properties. Absorption: Rapidly and extensively absorbed after oral admin. Peak plasma concentrations after 1-1.5 hr (oral). Metabolism: Converted into 3 active metabolites with 2 having predominantly oestrogenic property and 1 with progestogenic and androgenic property. Excretion: Faeces (via the bile); via the urine (about 30% of a dose). The 2 main metabolites have an elimination half-life of about 7 hr.

Special Precautions

Liver disease, history or risk factors of thromboembolic disorder, impaired glucose tolerance, hypercholesterolaemia, hypertriglyceridaemia, hypertension, cholelithiasis, SLE, uterine fibroids, endometriosis and history of endometrial hyperplasia. Disorders that may be worsened by fluid retention, eg. renal dysfunction, migraine, epilepsy. Discontinue in the event of thromboembolic or abnormal liver function results, significant increase in BP, new onset of migraine-type headache. Not recommended in women within 1 yr of menopause because of irregular vaginal bleeding. Stop tibolone 4 wk before elective surgery especially when prolonged immobilisation after surgery is expected. Adjustment of antidiabetic medications may be needed.

How to Use

Take orally with food and water, as directed by your physician.

How to Store

Keep in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture.

Safety Concerns

• Alcohol: Avoid during treatment.
• Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
• Pregnancy: Contraindicated.
• Liver/Kidney: Use with caution.

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