Pregnagest N 200mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Stanmark Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition
Progesterone (Natural Micronized) (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Pregnagest N 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
Pregnagest N 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. Pregnagest N 200mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
headache breast pain irregular vaginal bleeding or spotting stomach or abdominal cramps bloating nausea and vomiting hair loss edema vaginal yeast infection
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Pregnagest N 200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Pregnagest N 200mg 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 Warning
Pregnagest N 200mg Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
How it works
Pregnagest N 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
Pregnagest N 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 Pregnagest N 200mg Tablet?
Pregnagest N 200mg Tablet is a micronized form of natural progesterone, which is extracted from plants and has properties similar to human progesterone. This process enhances its dissolution and absorption in the body, providing better availability and decreasing side effects.
What is Pregnagest N 200mg Tablet used to treat?
Pregnagest N 200mg Tablet is used to treat various disorders, including secondary amenorrhea (no menstruation for 3 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, as well as to relieve symptoms of premenstrual syndrome and painful bleeding.
Can you take Pregnagest N 200mg Tablet every day?
Yes, Pregnagest N 200mg Tablet can be taken every day. The usual duration of prescription may vary from 10-12 days a month to 25 days a month, and the number of days for which you will need to take this medicine in each cycle will be suggested by your doctor depending upon your health condition.
Does Pregnagest N 200mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, taking Pregnagest N 200mg Tablet may cause weight gain due to water retention. However, the risk of weight gain is generally less if taken with estrogen as a combined pill. It is essential to consult your doctor before starting any hormonal therapy.
Is Pregnagest N 200mg Tablet safe?
Yes, Pregnagest N 200mg Tablet is safer compared to the normal synthetic progesterone due to its smaller size, which helps the body absorb it easily and reduces side effects such as 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. It prepares the uterus for pregnancy and maintains it. Pregnagest N 200mg Tablet (natural micronized form of progesterone) is given as a medicine in cases of infertility to support the uterus in preparing itself for the pregnancy and to prevent abortions in some cases. It also helps prevent premature labor.
