I Gest 200mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Strides shasun Ltd
Salt Composition
Progesterone (Natural Micronized) (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
I Gest 200mg Tablet is a natural female sex hormone, progesterone, used to treat menstrual and pregnancy-related issues caused by hormonal imbalance.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
I Gest 200mg 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.
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. I Gest 200mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
I Gest 200mg 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.
Quick Tips
I Gest 200mg 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What is I Gest 200mg Tablet, and how does it work?
I Gest 200mg Tablet is a type of progesterone hormone that is extracted from plants but has properties similar to human progesterone. Through a process called micronization, the size of the natural progesterone particles is reduced, enhancing its dissolution and absorption in the body. This results in better availability and decreased side effects.
What conditions are treated with I Gest 200mg Tablet?
I Gest 200mg Tablet is used to treat various disorders in women, including secondary amenorrhea (no menstruation for three months in women who have had their menses before), supporting pregnancy, preventing premature labor, and treating bleeding disorders that may occur before menopause. It may also be used as part of fertility treatment and hormone replacement therapy after menopause.
Can I take I Gest 200mg Tablet every day?
Yes, I Gest 200mg Tablet can be taken daily, typically once in the evening or at bedtime. The duration of prescription varies from 10-12 days a month to 25 days a month, depending on individual health conditions.
Does I Gest 200mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, taking I Gest 200mg Tablet may result in weight gain due to water retention. While generally not a serious sign, consult your doctor if weight gain is concerning you. The risk of weight gain is lower when taken with estrogen as a combined pill.
Is I Gest 200mg Tablet safe?
Yes, I Gest 200mg Tablet is considered safer compared to normal synthetic progesterone due to its smaller size and easier absorption by the body, reducing side effects like fluid retention, reduction of HDL cholesterol levels, headaches, and mood disturbance.
How does progesterone benefit fertility and pregnancy?
Progesterone plays a crucial role in fertility by preparing the uterus for pregnancy and maintaining it. I Gest 200mg Tablet (natural micronized form of progesterone) supports the uterus in preparing itself for pregnancy and prevents premature labor, making it beneficial for fertility and pregnancy.
