Q Gest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule
Manufacturer
Novique Life Sciences
Salt Composition
Progesterone (Natural Micronized) (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Q Gest 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
Q Gest 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. Q Gest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule 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 Q Gest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Q Gest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule 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
Q Gest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
How it works
Q Gest 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
Q Gest 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 Q Gest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule?
Q Gest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is a micronized natural progesterone hormone, extracted from plants, which has a property matching that of human progesterone. The micronization process reduces the size of the natural progesterone particles, enhancing its dissolution and absorption, providing better availability in the body and decreasing side effects.
What is Q Gest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule used to treat?
Q Gest 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 Q Gest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule every day?
Yes, Q Gest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule can be taken every day. The usual dosage is once daily in the evening or at bedtime, and 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 recommendation.
Does Q Gest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule cause weight gain?
Yes, taking Q Gest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule may cause weight gain due to water retention. However, this is generally not a serious sign, and if you are concerned about weight gain, consult your doctor. The risk of weight gain is lower when taken with estrogen as a combined pill, but it is essential to consult your doctor before starting any hormonal therapy.
Is Q Gest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule safe?
Yes, Q Gest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is considered safer compared to 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, secreted by the ovaries to prepare the uterus for pregnancy and maintain it. Q Gest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule (natural micronized form of progesterone) is used as a medicine in cases of infertility to support the uterus in preparing itself for pregnancy and to prevent premature labor.
