Progel 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule
Manufacturer
Colors Life Sciences
Salt Composition
Progesterone (Natural Micronized) (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Progel 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
Progel 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.
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. Progel 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is to be taken with food.
How it works
Progel 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
Progel 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 Progel 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule, and how does it work?
Progel 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is a micronized form of progesterone, a hormone that helps prepare the uterus for pregnancy and maintain it. It is made from natural sources, but its properties match those of human progesterone. This process reduces the size of the natural progesterone particles, enhancing its dissolution and absorption in the body, which provides better availability and decreases side effects.
What conditions are treated with Progel 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule?
Progel 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is used to treat various disorders. It supports pregnancy, prevents premature labor, and treats bleeding disorders that occur before menopause. It may be used as part of fertility treatment and hormone replacement therapy after menopause. It also helps relieve symptoms of premenstrual syndrome and painful bleeding like in dysfunctional uterine bleeding.
How is Progel 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule administered?
Progel 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule can be taken every day, usually prescribed to be taken once daily in the evening or at bedtime. The usual duration of prescription may vary from 10-12 days a month to 25 days a month, depending on your health condition and doctor's suggestion.
Does Progel 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule cause weight gain?
Yes, taking Progel 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule may cause weight gain due to water retention. However, contact your doctor if you are concerned about your weight gain. The risk of weight gain is generally less when taken with estrogen as a combined pill.
Is Progel 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule safe?
Yes, Progel 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is safer compared to the normal synthetic progesterone due to its smaller size and easier absorption in the body. This reduces side effects like fluid retention, reduction of HDL cholesterol levels, headaches, and mood disturbance.
How does progesterone benefit fertility and pregnancy?
Progesterone is a crucial hormone for fertility as it helps prepare the uterus for pregnancy and maintain it. Progel 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule (natural micronized form of progesterone) is used in cases of infertility to support the uterus and prevent abortions in some cases. It also prevents premature labor.
