Preservgest SR 300 Tablet
strip of 15.0 tablet.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Progesterone (Natural Micronized) (300mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Abbott |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Preservgest SR 300 Tablet is a natural female sex hormone, progesterone, used to treat menstrual and pregnancy-related issues caused by hormonal imbalance. Preservgest SR 300 Tablet 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. Consult with your doctor if you experience frequent bleeding or spotting between your periods. 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. It is advisable to avoid alcohol and smoking.
Preservgest SR 300 Tablet 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 Preservgest SR 300 Tablet?
Preservgest SR 300 Tablet is a micronized natural progesterone hormone that is extracted from plants and has properties matching those of human progesterone. The micronization process reduces the size of the natural progesterone particles, enhancing its dissolution and absorption, which provides better availability in the body and decreases its side effects.
What is Preservgest SR 300 Tablet used to treat?
Preservgest SR 300 Tablet is used to treat various disorders, including secondary amenorrhea, support pregnancy, prevent premature labor, and treat bleeding disorders that may occur before menopause. It may also 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 Preservgest SR 300 Tablet every day?
Yes, Preservgest SR 300 Tablet can be taken every day. The usual dosage is once daily in the evening or at bedtime, and 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 recommendation.
Does Preservgest SR 300 Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, taking Preservgest SR 300 Tablet may cause weight gain due to water retention. However, this is generally not a serious sign, and you should consult your doctor if you are concerned about your weight gain. The risk of weight gain is lower when taking Preservgest SR 300 Tablet with estrogen as a combined pill, but it is essential to consult your doctor before starting any hormonal therapy.
Is Preservgest SR 300 Tablet safe?
Yes, Preservgest SR 300 Tablet is considered safer compared to normal synthetic progesterone due to its smaller size, which helps the body absorb it easily and reduces side effects like fluid retention, reduction of 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. Preservgest SR 300 Tablet (natural micronized form of progesterone) is given as a medicine in cases of infertility to support the uterus in preparing itself for pregnancy and to prevent abortions in some cases. It is also used to prevent premature labor.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Preservgest SR 300 Tablet is to be taken with food.
- Preservgest SR 300 Tablet 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 Preservgest SR 300 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Preservgest SR 300 Tablet 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
Preservgest SR 300 Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
