- Stomach Ache / Digestive Health
- Allergy Relief
- Bacteria , fungal,Protozoal Infections
- Bone, Joint and Muscle Aches
- Brain And Nervous System Disorder
- Cold, Cough and Flu
- Diabetes
- Ear Care
- Endocrine Disorders
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- First Aid and Bandages
- Hypertension
- Oral Care
- Pain Relief/ Management
- Reproductive Health
Reproductive Health
Delsia 3mg/0.03mg Tablets 21’s
KShs 970.00- Description
- This medication is a combination of 2 hormones: an estrogen (ethinyl estradiol) and a progestin (drospirenone). This product is used to prevent pregnancy. It works mainly by preventing the release of an egg (ovulation) during your menstrual cycle. It also makes vaginal fluid thicker to help prevent sperm from reaching an egg (fertilization) and changes the lining of the uterus (womb) to prevent attachment of a fertilized egg. If a fertilized egg does not attach to the uterus, it passes out of the body.
This medication also may be used to treat premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) or moderate acne if you have chosen to use birth control pills as your method of pregnancy prevention.
Besides preventing pregnancy, birth control pills may make your periods more regular, decrease blood loss and painful periods, and decrease your risk of ovarian cysts. - How to use
- Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, with or without food, usually once daily. Pick a time of day that is easy for you to remember, and take your pill at the same time each day, 24 hours apart. Taking this medication after your evening meal or at bedtime may help decrease stomach upset and nausea.
Dronis tablets 24’s
KShs 1,600.00- Description
- Dronis 30 Tablet is a combination medicine used for oral contraception (prevention of pregnancy). It works by preventing the release of egg (ovulation) and affecting sperm movement in the womb to prevent its union with the egg. It also changes the lining of the womb and renders it unsuitable for pregnancy. It is also used for the treatment of acne vulgaris in women who desire oral contraception. Contraception: This medicine is used for the prevention of unwanted pregnancies. Acne vulgaris: This medicine is used in the treatment of acne vulgaris, a condition characterized by symptoms such as pimples, blackheads, etc.
- How to use
- Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Dronis 30 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Precautions
- Pregnancy: Use of this medicine is not recommended if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy in the immediate future. Contact your doctor if you suspect a pregnancy while being treated with this medicine.
Breast-feeding: This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Your doctor may suggest alternate means of contraception based on your clinical condition.
ECee2 Tablets 2’s
KShs 100.00- Description
- ECee2 also known as E2 contains the active ingredient levonorgestrel. It is commonly known as the morning after pill, is used only as an emergency contraceptive. It is used to prevent pregnancy when taken within 72 hours (3 days) of unprotected intercourse/sex. It is not used as a regular, long-term method of contraception. It reduce the chance of pregnancy in two ways: If taken before ovulation, it may delay the release of the egg or if taken after ovulation, it may interfere with the transport of eggs and sperm. ECee2 has an 85% chance of preventing pregnancy. If taken within 24 hours, there is a 95% chance of preventing pregnancy. If taken after 48-72 hours, there is a 58% chance. It is not known whether it is effective if taken more than 72 hours after unprotected intercourse. Product similar to ECee2 but from a different manufacturer include Postinor-2.
- How to use
- Take one 750 μg tablet as soon as possible (within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse);
Take a second 750 μg tablet 12 hours after the first dose; If you vomit within 2 hours of taking a tablet,consult your doctor before taking another dose. - Precautions
- ECee2 will not prevent you from catching any sexually transmitted diseases. Your next menstrual period is likely to arrive on time. However, it may be slightly early or late. If it is more than 1 week late, or if it is unusually light, perform a pregnancy test. If you do not have a menstrual period after 3 weeks of taking ECee2, you may be pregnant. Consult your doctor. You should not take ECee2 if you have unexplained vaginal bleeding,Breast cancer,Liver problems or hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients. ECee2 should not be used in pregnant women, or women suspected of being pregnant. If a pregnancy is suspected, the menstrual period is late, or the last menstrual period was abnormal in character and timing, pregnancy should be excluded with a pregnancy test or pelvic examination before taking the treatment. If pregnancy occurs after taking ECee2, an ectopic pregnancy is possible.
Femiplan Tablets 28’s
KShs 372.00- Description
- Femiplan Pills contain synthetic estrogen and progesterone hormones. Its role is to prevent pregnancy. Femiplan pill is 99% effective when used daily at the same time.
- Ingredients
- progestin and estrogen.
- How to use
- One should begin with the yellow pill, swallowing one pill a day preferably at the same time each day then once finished, continue with the brown pills which contain iron to boost your blood.
Livial 2.5mg Tablets 28’s
KShs 4,935.00- Description
- Livial 2.5 mg tablet active substance is: tibolone.
This medicine is a Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). It contains tibolone, a substance that has favourable effects on different tissues in the body, such as brain, vagina and bone. This medicine is used in postmenopausal women with at least 12 months (1 year) since their last natural period.
This medicine is used for: Relief of symptoms occurring after menopause. During the menopause, the amount of the oestrogen produced by a woman’s body drops. This can cause symptoms such as hot face, neck and chest (“hot flushes”). Livial alleviates these symptoms after menopause. You will only be prescribed this medicine if your symptoms seriously hinder your daily life. Prevention of osteoporosis. After the menopause some women may develop fragile bones (osteoporosis). You should discuss all available options with your doctor. If you are at an increased risk of fractures due to osteoporosis and other medicines are not suitable for you, you can use Livial to prevent osteoporosis after menopause. - How to use
- The dosage is one tablet per day. The tablets should be swallowed with some water or other drink, preferably at the same time every day. For initiation and continuation of treatment of postmenopausal symptoms, the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration should be used. A separate progestogen should not be added with Livial treatment.
- Precautions
- Contraindications:• Pregnancy and lactation• Known, past or suspected breast cancer– Livial increased the risk of breast cancer recurrence in a placebo controlled trial• Known or suspected oestrogen-dependent malignant tumours (e.g. endometrial cancer)• Undiagnosed genital bleeding• Untreated endometrial hyperplasia• Previous or current venous thromboembolism (deep venous thrombosis, pulmonary embolism)• Known thrombophilic disorders• Any history of arterial thromboembolic disease (e.g. angina, myocardial infarction, stroke or TIA)• Acute liver disease, or a history of liver disease as long as liver function tests have failed to return to normal• Hypersensitivity to the active substance(s) or to any of the excipients• Porphyria