I am taking Uripristal 5 mg and have Uterine Fibroids. I feel weak, especially in my arms and hands, and sometimes cannot hold things. My hemoglobin is very low. What should I do? | Apollo Pharmacy

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I am taking Uripristal 5 mg and have Uterine Fibroids. I feel weak, especially in my arms and hands, and sometimes cannot hold things. My hemoglobin is very low. What should I do?

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I am taking Uripristal 5 mg and have Uterine Fibroids. I feel weak, especially in my arms and hands, and sometimes cannot hold things. My hemoglobin is very low. What should I do?

Asked by Female, 42 · 5 months ago

G.santoshini Reddy

M Pharmacy (Pharmaceutics)

5 months ago

Feeling weak with low haemoglobin is likely due to Anemia, which is common in people with Uterine Fibroids due to heavy periods. Medicines like Uripristal 5 mg are not usually the cause of this weakness. You will likely need iron supplements and a diet rich in iron (like green leafy vegetables, dates, jaggery, and beetroot) along with vitamin C to improve absorption. Consult your doctor to treat both the anaemia and the fibroids properly, as correcting your haemoglobin will help reduce weakness and improve strength.

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What should I do if I feel weak while taking Uripristal?How can I improve my low hemoglobin levels safely?When should I see a specialist for uterine fibroids?Are there alternative treatments to Uripristal for fibroids?How often should I monitor my symptoms and hemoglobin?

Symptom Assessment and Urgency
- Advise immediate medical evaluation for weakness and inability to hold objects, which may indicate severe anemia or neurological issues.
Hemoglobin Management
- Recommend urgent blood tests and possible iron supplementation or transfusion to address very low hemoglobin.
Review of Uterine Fibroid Treatment
- Suggest consulting the prescribing doctor to reassess Uripristal use and consider alternative treatments if side effects are suspected.
Specialist Referral
- Recommend seeing a gynecologist and possibly a hematologist for comprehensive management.
Monitoring and Follow-up
- Emphasize close monitoring of symptoms and hemoglobin levels with regular follow-up appointments.

Answered 5 months ago

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Should I take Elata 5 mg daily for three months, or only during my menstrual periods? Please provide detailed guidance on its correct usage.

Since Elata 5 mg contains ulipristal, the correct way to take it depends entirely on its intended use, and it should not be used casually or without clear guidance. If it is prescribed for emergency contraception, it is taken as a single dose only, as soon as possible after unprotected intercourse, and not daily or during periods. If it is prescribed for uterine fibroids, it is usually taken once daily for a fixed duration (such as a few weeks to months) under strict doctor supervision, with monitoring for side effects, especially liver-related issues. It is not meant to be taken only during menstrual periods unless specifically advised. Therefore, you should follow the exact schedule given by your doctor and not self-adjust the dose or duration.

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