Synthetic steroid (STEAR)
What to do if you miss a dose of Tibolone
Missing a dose of Tibolone (Tibolone) is common — most people will skip a dose at some point during a course. The right action depends on how long since the missed dose and whether Tibolone is taken event-driven or daily at 2.5mg. The wrong action — doubling up — is not recommended.
For daily Tibolone
If Tibolone is taken daily for a chronic condition, take the missed dose as soon as you remember, unless it is almost time for the next scheduled dose. In that case skip the missed dose and continue normally. According to the prescribing information for Tibolone, two doses should never be taken close together to "make up" for a miss.
For event-driven Tibolone
If Tibolone is used as needed (not on a fixed schedule), there is no "missed dose" in the conventional sense — simply take the planned dose when needed and observe the recommended gap before re-dosing. Tibolone is a prodrug; on absorption it is rapidly converted to three active metabolites (3α-OH-tibolone, 3β-OH-tibolone and Δ4-tibolone) with different tissue-selective activity.
Frequently asked questions
Should I double the dose if I missed Tibolone? ▾
No. Doubling doses of Tibolone to compensate is not recommended at any 2.5mg strength and increases the risk of side effects without improving efficacy. Take the next scheduled dose normally.
How many missed doses are too many? ▾
Occasional missed doses of Tibolone are usually inconsequential. Repeated missed doses can compromise the therapeutic effect — for chronic conditions like those treated with Synthetic steroid (STEAR), consistent dosing matters. If adherence is hard, discuss reminders, simpler schedules or alternative formulations with the prescriber.
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- DurationHow long does Tibolone last?
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