Information about Tibolone

Generic Name : Tibolone
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Tibolone are provided here.

Pronunciation : ti-bo-lone

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Tibolone, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

ICD Code : Y42 Therapeutic Classification : Hormones

Trade Names/Brand Names of Tibolone

India :

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International :

Tibofem, Boltin, Climafem, Climatix, Clitax, Discretal, Femenil A, Femsel, Fomene, Goldar, Heria, Ladybon, Libiam, Lirex, Livial, Liviel, Liviella, Livifem, Menorest, Menotibol, Menotrix, Neotilom, Paraclim, Pauxa, Plenovid, Reduclim, Senalina, Tibelox, Tiboclim, Tibofem, Tibogyn, Tibolon Zentiva, Tibolona Teva, Tibolona, Tibolone Teva, Tibolux, Tibone, Tibonella, Tiboteva, Tinox, Tirovarina, Tobe, Tocline, Ubilon, Xyvion

Why is Tibolone Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a synthetic steroid hormone, prescribed for postmenopausal osteoporosis.

When should Tibolone not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with breast cancer, undiagnosed vaginal bleeding, severe liver disease, heart disease and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Tibolone?

Adult- PO- The recommended dose is 2.5 mg/day.

How should Tibolone be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Tibolone?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of blood clot problems, high cholesterol level, high blood pressure, gall stone, uterine fibroids, liver, kidney diseases, severe vaginal bleeding, sugar, epilepsy, migraine, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It should not be used in women within one year of menopause because of irregular periods.

• It may affect blood sugar level; dose adjustment needed for anti-diabetic medications.

• Patient may experience with high blood pressure, abnormal liver function, bleeding problem; if it is so consult with your doctor.

What are the side effects of Tibolone?

Most Common - Weight changes, swelling in the ankle, dizziness, headache and depression.
Genitourinary - Irregular vaginal bleeding.
General - Abdominal pain, GI disturbances, muscle pain, hair loss, skin rash and itching.