Efem Capsule 10's

Efem Capsule 10's belongs to the group of medications known as 'nutritional supplements' primarily indicated to treat premenstrual syndrome, mastalgia (breast pain), and muscle cramps. Premenstrual syndrome is a condition in which a woman experiences symptoms 1-2 weeks before their period. Mastalgia is breast pain related to hormonal fluctuations that may be cyclical or non-cyclical. Muscle cramps are sudden, involuntary contractions or spasms in the muscles.

Efem Capsule 10's contains Evening primrose oil and tocotrienols. Evening primrose oil is rich in omega-6 essential fatty acids, linoleic acid, and gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), which can help with premenstrual syndrome and menopausal symptoms. Tocotrienols (Vitamin E) promote healthy skin and eyes, as well as a stronger immune system.

You are advised to take Efem Capsule 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition and need. Some people may experience headaches, nausea, rashes, stomach upset, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Efem Capsule 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Efem Capsule 10's if you are allergic to any of the contents. Consult your doctor before using Efem Capsule 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you have a history of blood disorders, seizures (fits), liver disease, kidney disease, or heart problems, please inform your doctor before using Efem Capsule 10's. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take to rule out any side effects.

Efem Capsule 10's is used to treat premenstrual syndrome (PMS), mastalgia (breast discomfort), and muscle cramps. Efem Capsule 10's contains evening primrose oil and tocotrienols (Vitamin E). Evening Primerose oil is rich in Omega-6 essential fatty acids, linoleic acid, and gamma-linolenic acid, which can help with PMS and menopausal symptoms. Tocotrienols (Vitamin E) aid in the maintenance of healthy skin and eyes, as well as the immune system (the body's natural defences against illness and infection).

• Nausea
• Headache
• Upset stomach
• Diarrhoea
• Tiredness
• Rashes

If you are allergic to Efem Capsule 10's or any other medicines, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Efem Capsule 10's. Please tell your doctor if you are pregnant or a nursing mother. If you have a history of blood disorders, seizures (fits), liver disease, kidney disease, or heart problems, please inform your doctor before using Efem Capsule 10's. If you take any medicines or supplements, talk to your doctor before using Efem Capsule 10's. You are recommended to inform your doctor that you take Efem Capsule 10's before undergoing surgery.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Efem Capsule 10's may interact with medications used to treat depression and anxiety (duloxetine), medications used to treat seizures (gabapentin), mild analgesic medications (aspirin), medications are used to treat certain cancers (ibrutinib), medications to treat HIV (tipranavir).

Drug-Food Interactions:  No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Before using Efem Capsule 10's, let your doctor know if you have a bleeding or blood clotting disorder, seizures (fits), liver (hepatobiliary) dysfunction, kidney/heart diseases, or malabsorption syndrome.

• DULOXETINE
• GABAPENTIN
• ASPIRIN
• IBRUTINIB
• TIPRANAVIR

• Consume an adequate amount of protein. Dietary protein provides essential amino acids that your body can not make independently and must be consumed daily to maintain muscle, bone, and skin health.
• Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Physical activity can strongly influence hormonal health.
• Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
• Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine.

Regular check-ups with your doctor is advised as primrose oil in Efem Capsule 10's may increase the chance of seizures in patients with a history of seizures.

Premenstrual syndrome: PMS (premenstrual syndrome) refers to the symptoms women may experience in the weeks preceding their period. Mood swings, feeling disturbed, worried, or irritated, exhaustion or difficulty sleeping, bloating, stomach pain, breast tenderness, headaches, changes in appetite, sex desire, and spotty skin are the most frequent PMS symptoms.

Mastalgia: Mastalgia (breast pain) is related to the hormonal variations associated with the cyclical (related to the menstrual cycle), or non-cyclical (pain not related to periods). Normal fibrocystic changes can cause breast pain, swelling, or dense areas. Symptoms include breast tenderness, sharp, burning pain, and tightness in the breast tissue.

Muscle cramps: Muscle cramps are sudden, involuntary contractions or spasms in the muscles. Symptoms include sharp, sudden pain.