BLATA 5MG CAPSULE

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Active Ingredient	Ulipristal acetate (5mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Estradiol Derivative
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	GYNAECOLOGICAL
Action Class	Selective Progesterone receptor modulators(SPRM)
User Rating	5.0
User Reviews	770

FAQ

How and when should BLATA 5MG be taken?

BLATA 5MG should be taken orally as soon as possible after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure and not later than 120 hours (5 days). It can be taken at anytime of the day and before, during or after food. It can be taken at anytime during your menstrual cycle.

How does BLATA 5MG work for fibroids?

BLATA 5MG acts by blocking the receptors of progesterone, which decreases the levels of progesterone and therefore it is helpful in decreasing the size of fibroids. Fibroids are non-cancerous development around the uterus. When given at a certain prescribed dose, BLATA 5MG inhibits ovulation leading to stopping of periods. As a result, it may benefit women who have heavy bleeding due to fibroids.

Do I need to continue with my regular birth control method?

BLATA 5MG may make your birth control pills less effective and therefore in addition to birth control pills you should continue using condoms till your next period (menses).

What if I vomit after taking BLATA 5MG?

If you vomit immediately after taking BLATA 5MG or within 3 hours of taking it, take another tablet of BLATA 5MG. However, if you have vomited after 3 hours of taking the medicine you need not take another tablet.

Can ulipristal be used as regular birth control medicine?

No, BLATA 5MG cannot be used as a regular contraceptive. It is meant for occasional use as an emergency contraceptive. It is important to know that the safety and effectiveness of BLATA 5MG have not been established for repeated use in one menstrual cycle. Hence, its repeated use is not recommended.

Does BLATA 5MG stop periods?

No, taking a single tablet of BLATA 5MG does not stop periods, but it may delay or prepone your periods. In some cases you may have bleeding in between your periods. Consult your doctor if this happens.

What other important points I need to remember regarding BLATA 5MG?

While taking BLATA 5MG you should be aware of some important points such as it does not work if you are already pregnant and it is not effective if you have unprotected sex after taking the tablet. It is also important to know that BLATA 5MG does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases such as HIV, syphilis etc.

What if you forget to take Blata Capsule?

If you miss a dose of BLATA 5MG, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

BLATA 5MG CAPSULE Reviews

BLATA 5MG is a medicine used to treat uterine fibroids (a non-cancerous growth in the uterus) in premenopausal women who cannot undergo surgical treatment or have not responded to surgical intervention.

BLATA 5MG reduces symptoms like vaginal bleeding, prolonged periods and lower back pain. It can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. It is important to note that this medicine makes birth control less effective, so use proper contraceptive methods to avoid pregnancy.

This medicine's most common side effects include amenorrhea (absence of menstrual period), headache, dizziness, fatigue, and nausea. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Usually, your periods stop within 10 days of taking it, but if you still experience heavy bleeding, consult with your doctor. This medicine might stop your period for some time, but periods generally return within 4 weeks after the end of each treatment course.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have had liver problems or severe asthma. Your doctor may perform regular blood tests to monitor your liver function while taking BLATA 5MG. Inform your doctor about all other medications you are taking, as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change how it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

How BLATA 5MG CAPSULE Works

BLATA 5MG is a selective progesterone receptor modulator. It works by modifying the action of progesterone (natural female hormone). It is used either before surgery of fibroids or for intermittent (at regular intervals) treatment of fibroids. It helps reduce their size, stops or controls bleeding and increases your red blood cell count.

How to Use BLATA 5MG CAPSULE

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. BLATA 5MG may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of BLATA 5MG CAPSULE

In Uterine fibroids: Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths of the uterus that often appear during childbearing years. BLATA 5MG helps control the symptoms associated with uterine fibroids such as excessive menstrual bleeding, lower back pain, and also reduces the size of the existing fibroids. It blocks the action of the enzyme responsible for the growth of the broids. As a result they decrease in size and also stop growing further. Take this medicine as advised by the doctor to get the most benefit.

Uses of BLATA 5MG CAPSULE

Uterine fibroids

BLATA 5MG CAPSULE Side Effects

Safety Tips

Kidney ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of BLATA 5MG in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^UNSAFE

BLATA 5MG is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Liver ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of BLATA 5MG in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

BLATA 5MG is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Alcohol ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with BLATA 5MG. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

BLATA 5MG may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Quick Tips

BLATA 5MG is used for the treatment of uterine fibroids and their associated symptoms, such as painful periods, heavy bleeding and pelvic pain.
Your doctor may get routine blood tests done to assess the functioning of your liver. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of skin/eye, dark urine, or stomach pain.
Use a reliable barrier contraceptive method (such as condoms or a diaphragm) to prevent pregnancy while you are taking BLATA 5MG as it may make hormonal contraceptives (such as pills) less effective.
Your periods will usually start again within four weeks of stopping BLATA 5MG.
It considerably reduces or stops your menstrual bleeding within the first 10 days of treatment. Notify your doctor if you continue to have heavy bleeding despite taking BLATA 5MG.

References

Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 1413.
Ulipristal acetate [Prescribing Information]. Morristown, NJ: Watson Pharma, Inc.; 2010.
Ulipristal acetate. London: Gedeon Richter (UK) Ltd.; 2012 [revised 26 Jul. 2018].