Evgest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule
Manufacturer
Everwell Pharma Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Progesterone (Natural Micronized) (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Evgest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is a natural female sex hormone, progesterone, used to treat menstrual and pregnancy-related issues caused by hormonal imbalance.
Dosage Form
Soft Gelatin Capsule
Introduction
Evgest 200mg Soft Gelatin 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. It should be taken at the same time each day to get the most benefit. You should continue taking it for as long as your doctor has told you to even if you feel well. 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.
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. Evgest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is to be taken with food.
How it works
Evgest 200mg Soft Gelatin 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.
Quick Tips
Evgest 200mg Soft Gelatin 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Evgest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule?
Evgest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is a micronized, plant-derived progesterone hormone that mimics the properties 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 side effects.
What is Evgest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule used to treat?
Evgest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is used to treat various disorders, including secondary amenorrhea, supporting pregnancy, preventing premature labor, and treating 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 Evgest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule every day?
Yes, Evgest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule can be taken daily, usually once 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 your doctor's guidance.
Does Evgest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule cause weight gain?
Yes, taking Evgest 200mg Soft Gelatin 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 it's essential to consult your doctor before starting any hormonal therapy.
Is Evgest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule safe?
Yes, Evgest 200mg Soft Gelatin 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. Evgest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule (natural micronized form of progesterone) is used to support the uterus in preparing itself for pregnancy and preventing premature labor in cases of infertility and pregnancy.
