Medications Women's Health

Common Health Conditions Affecting Women

Women experience a range of common health conditions including reproductive issues, cardiovascular issues, breast issues and others. Some of these conditions are unique to women, while some of them are present in both genders, however occur very differently in women. Hence it’s important to take care of women’s health and wellness. At Meds For Less, we have a range of medications to treat various common health conditions affecting women. Please browse our catalogue below and know that you can easily, reliably and conveniently order Medicines and expect delivery to your home address within 24 hours. Women experience a range of common health conditions that affect only them or affect them differently to men due to the biological, psychological and social factors. Some of the most common health conditions affecting women include:

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  Reproductive and Gynecological Health issues:

  • Menstrual disorders like dysmenorrhea (painful periods), premenstrual syndrome (PMS), or Premenstrual dysphoric disorder
  • Endometriosis – a painful condition where uterine tissue lining grows outside the uterus
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome , a hormonal disorder that can cause irregular periods, ovarian cysts and issues with decreasing fertility
  • Fibroids – non cancerous growths in the uterus that can cause painful and heavy periods
  • Menopause – a condition which affects every woman where her periods stop occurring. Symptoms of menopause include hot flashes, sleep disturbances and mood changes.
  • Cancer of the cervix, uterus, ovaries or other reproductive structures
  • Thrush – fungal infection of primarily the vagina but also the mouth and possibly the skin
• Cardiovascular health issues
  • Women are at higher risk of strokes than men due to experiencing unique conditions such as pregnancy and menstrual cycle hormonal changes
  • Women also experience heart disease very differently than men which can make it seem like a unique condition and it often goes undiagnosed
• Breast health issues
  • Mastitis – inflammation of the breast tissue
  • Breast Cancer
  • Breast abscess – a painful presence of pus in the breast caused by bacteria
  • Non cancerous changes in the breast
• Bone Health issues
  • Women are at higher risk for conditions such as osteoporosis especially after Menopause (or the change) due to the hormonal change that happen in the body
• Autoimmune conditions
  • Women are at a much higher risk for autoimmune conditions such as Lupus, rheumatoid arthritis and Multiple Sclerosis

Types of Medications for Women’s Health

There are a range of medications that can be used to treat the wide range of women’s health conditions. These options on medications for women’s health include:

• Antifungal creams such as Diflucan, Clotrimazole and Canesten thrush cream to treat thrush and other fungal infections
• Contraceptive pills such as Cerazette and Cerelle (Progesterone only pills), or Cilique (Combined oral contraceptive pills)
• Antibiotics such as Doxycycline or Dalacin cream which is used for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis
• Pregnancy tests or Tests for Vaginal thrush to help you decipher if there’s been any change in your body

Prescription vs. Over-the-Counter Options

Of the range of medicines that can help with common healthcare conditions for women, some are available Over-the-Counter (OTC) while some require a prescription. Below is a brief overview of prescription and OTC medicines available: We have Prescription medications such as Combined Oral Contraceptive Medication (Cilique, Rigevidon), Progesterone Only Pills (Cerazette), Drugs for infertility (Clomid) Overactive Bladders medicines (BetMigra) or Antibiotics. Our over the counter medicines that we have available include Antifungal creams, pills or pessaries for thrush, Fertility support supplement pills and Vitamin supplements.

Side Effects and Considerations for Women’s Medications

It’s important to understand the potential side effects and cautions that accompany any of the medications that are taken for common health conditions. Some of the side effects of most notable medicines include:

• Nausea, vomiting or breast tenderness as a side effects of the contraceptive medication.
  • Hormonal medication like contraceptives have cautions of increased risk of blood clots, heart attacks, strokes or breast cancer
• Side effects of osteoporosis medicines such as hot flashes, nausea, heartburn or in rare cases , jawbone problems
• If you are taking painkillers such as Ibuprofen or Diclofenac for heavy or painful periods, its important to take caution as heavy usage can cause stomach irritation and inflammation
• Side effects of antifungal oral pills include nausea, headache, stomach pain or diarrhea

Each medication you take will have its own set of precautions and side effects. Please see the patient information leaflet that accompanies each medicine pack for more information about specific drug information.

How to Choose the Right Medication for Your Health Needs

Choosing the right medication for women’s health involves considering various factors such as pre-existing health medicines, hormonal , reproductive and other-gender related factors. One of the most important factors when choosing the right medication for your needs, is understanding the primary condition for which treatment is being considered. The three main categories in women’s health considerations are reproductive health, hormonal changes or chronic conditions. The appropriate medication for each category of illness and the specific condition being treated must be properly considered. For each medicine that you consider, you may also consider the side effects and cautions that come with them and how these might affect you in your daily life. This will help you make an informed decision. If you feel that you may require treatment for any health condition, please speak to your healthcare provider about your health concerns so you can work in consultation with them to make an informed decision about your health. When choosing a medication for your needs, you may also consider any pre-existing conditions, hormonal imbalance you have or your age and life stage may interact with any new medication you are considering. You can consider these factors in close consultation with your healthcare provider

When to Consult a Doctor for Women’s Health Medications.

Knowing when to consult a healthcare provider for women’s health medications is important for safe and effective use. Some key situations where it may be important to consult a doctor for women’s health issues include:

• New symptoms or conditions, especially those where there is persistent pain, unusual bleeding, hot flashes, night sweats or significant changes in your period patterns.
• It’s important to consult a doctor If you are starting a new prescription medication, especially those such as contraceptives, Hormonal replacement Therapy (HRT) or fertility medication.
• It may be a good idea to discuss with your healthcare provider when doing family planning or considering pregnancy.
• It might also be worthwhile to consider consulting a doctor if chronic health conditions such as asthma, high blood pressure or longstanding allergies start to get worse or are out of control.

If at any point you feel like you need to see a healthcare professional about your health or to review any medicine you are taking, please seek out the help you need.

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