Algest 400mg Tablet SR
Manufacturer
Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Progesterone (Natural Micronized) (400mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Algest 400mg Tablet SR is a natural female sex hormone, progesterone, used to treat menstrual and pregnancy-related issues caused by hormonal imbalance.
Dosage Form
Tablet SR
Introduction
Algest 400mg Tablet SR 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.
Directions for Use
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. Algest 400mg Tablet SR is to be taken with food.
How it works
Algest 400mg Tablet SR 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.
Quick Tips
Algest 400mg Tablet SR 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Algest 400mg Tablet SR?
Algest 400mg Tablet SR is a type of progesterone hormone that is extracted from plants, but its properties match those of human progesterone. This medicine undergoes micronization, which reduces the size of the natural progesterone particles to enhance dissolution and absorption in the body.
What conditions does Algest 400mg Tablet SR treat?
Algest 400mg Tablet SR is used to treat various disorders, including secondary amenorrhea (no menstruation for three months or more in women who have previously had their menses), support pregnancy, prevent premature labor, and treat bleeding disorders that occur before menopause. It may also be used as part of fertility treatment and hormone replacement therapy after menopause.
Can you take Algest 400mg Tablet SR every day?
Yes, Algest 400mg Tablet SR can be taken daily, typically once in the evening or at bedtime. The duration of use varies from 10-12 days a month to 25 days a month, depending on individual health conditions and as suggested by your doctor.
Does Algest 400mg Tablet SR cause weight gain?
Taking Algest 400mg Tablet SR may lead to weight gain due to water retention. However, this is generally not a serious concern. If you experience worrying weight gain, consult with your doctor. The risk of weight gain is typically less when taking the combined pill with estrogen.
Is Algest 400mg Tablet SR safe?
Algest 400mg Tablet SR is considered safer than synthetic progesterone due to its smaller size and easier absorption by the body, which reduces side effects such as fluid retention, reduction of HDL cholesterol levels, headaches, and mood disturbance.
What benefits does progesterone have for fertility and pregnancy?
Progesterone plays a crucial role in fertility. It prepares the uterus for pregnancy and maintains it. Algest 400mg Tablet SR (the micronized form of natural progesterone) is given as medication to support the uterus in preparing itself for pregnancy and prevent premature labor.
