Nugestron 200mg Capsule
strip of 10.0 capsules.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Progesterone (Natural Micronized) (200mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Ashlife Healthcare |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Nugestron 200mg Capsule is a natural female sex hormone, progesterone, used to treat menstrual and pregnancy-related issues caused by hormonal imbalance. Nugestron 200mg Capsule is also prescribed along with estrogen as a part of hormonal replacement therapy for preventing endometrial hyperplasia (thickening of the lining of the uterus). It should be taken with food and at the same time each day to get the most benefit. The most common side effects include headache, breast pain, irregular vaginal bleeding or spotting, stomach or abdominal cramps, bloating, nausea and vomiting, hair loss, edema, and vaginal yeast infection. Side effects are more common during the first few weeks and usually lessen as your body gets used to the medicine. You may also experience bleeding or spotting between your periods; consult with your doctor if it happens frequently. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have or have had breast cancer, unusual bleeding in the vagina, or liver disease. You will probably have several tests both before and during treatment to check your womb. Also, tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking as some may affect or be affected by this medicine. In general, it is advisable to avoid alcohol and smoking.
Nugestron 200mg Capsule is a progesterone (female hormone). It helps to establish and maintain pregnancy. It also prevents the increase in thickness of the endometrium (lining of the uterus) caused by estrogen.
What is Nugestron 200mg Capsule?
Nugestron 200mg Capsule is a micronized natural progesterone hormone extracted from plants, which mimics the properties of human progesterone. The micronization process reduces the size of the progesterone particles, enhancing its dissolution and absorption, providing better availability in the body and decreasing side effects.
What is Nugestron 200mg Capsule used to treat?
Nugestron 200mg Capsule is used to treat various disorders, including secondary amenorrhea, support pregnancy, prevent premature labor, and treat bleeding disorders before menopause. It may be used as part of fertility treatment, hormone replacement therapy after menopause, and to relieve symptoms of premenstrual syndrome and painful bleeding.
Can you take Nugestron 200mg Capsule every day?
Yes, Nugestron 200mg Capsule can be taken daily, usually prescribed once daily in the evening or at bedtime. The duration of prescription may vary from 10-12 days a month to 25 days a month, depending on your health condition and doctor's guidance.
Does Nugestron 200mg Capsule cause weight gain?
Yes, taking Nugestron 200mg Capsule may cause weight gain due to water retention. However, this is generally not a serious concern. If you experience worrying weight gain, consult your doctor. The risk of weight gain is lower when taken with estrogen as a combined pill, but always consult your doctor before starting hormonal therapy.
Is Nugestron 200mg Capsule safe?
Yes, Nugestron 200mg Capsule is considered safer compared to synthetic progesterone due to its smaller size, which reduces side effects like fluid retention, reduced HDL cholesterol levels, headaches, and mood disturbance.
How is progesterone beneficial for fertility and pregnancy?
Progesterone is a crucial hormone in fertility, helping prepare the uterus for pregnancy and maintaining it. Nugestron 200mg Capsule (natural micronized form of progesterone) is used to support the uterus in preparing for pregnancy and preventing premature labor in cases of infertility and pregnancy.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Nugestron 200mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
- Nugestron 200mg Capsule is a natural progesterone available as a micronized formulation which helps in better absorption of this medicine.
- It is used as a part of hormone replacement therapy generally in combination with an estrogen.
- It may also be used in the treatment of problems related to menstrual periods such as amenorrhea (absence of periods).
- It also helps in the maintenance of pregnancy in women who are at higher risk of miscarriage.
- It should be taken with food.
- It may cause sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery.
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Nugestron 200mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Nugestron 200mg Capsule is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Pregnancy
Nugestron 200mg Capsule is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
