Rumigest 2mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Dienogest (2mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Rumigest 2mg Tablet is used for the treatment of pelvic pain associated with endometriosis. It consists of progestin, which is similar to the female hormone and works by suppressing the production of hormone causing endometriosis.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Rumigest 2mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablets whole with a glass of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. Keep taking this medicine even during your menstrual periods. The most common side effects of this medicine include acne, headache, depressed mood, breast discomfort, nausea, and ovarian cyst. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Usually, it makes your menstrual cycle irregular or you experience spotting or brown discharge in the middle of cycle. Consult with your doctor if this occurs frequently. Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have ever had unexplained vaginal or uterine bleeding or have circulatory blood disorder. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting the treatment.
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. Rumigest 2mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
acne headache depressed mood breast discomfort nausea ovarian cyst
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rumigest 2mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Rumigest 2mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Rumigest 2mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
How it works
Rumigest 2mg Tablet is a progestin (female hormone). It works by suppressing the production of estradiol, a hormone that causes excessive growth of the endometrium.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Rumigest 2mg Tablet for the treatment of pelvic pain associated with endometriosis. Take it without any break preferably at the same time everyday. Do not use hormonal contraceptives while taking this medicine. If required, use non-hormonal methods of contraception such as condoms. You may experience infrequent or irregular menstrual bleeding patterns. Consult your doctor if this bothers you. Do not use Rumigest 2mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Rumigest 2mg Tablet and what is it used for?
Rumigest 2mg Tablet contains Dienogest, a type of progesterone (a female sex hormone). It is used in the treatment of endometriosis, a painful disorder in which tissue similar to that lining the inside of your uterus grows outside your uterus.
For how long should Rumigest 2mg Tablet be taken?
The duration of therapy will be determined by your doctor based on your specific condition. The treatment length generally varies depending on whether you are being treated for endometriosis or if it is part of a combined oral contraceptive pill regimen. This medicine can be taken long-term as it has been well tolerated by patients when used correctly under the guidance of a healthcare professional. Always consult your doctor before starting this medication.
How should you use Rumigest 2mg Tablet?
Rumigest 2mg Tablet should be taken at the same time every day with water or another liquid. You can take this medicine with or without food. Do not skip or delay taking your pill by more than 12 hours. The dosage and duration will depend on the specific condition and must be determined by your doctor.
What is Rumigest 2mg Tablet?
Rumigest 2mg Tablet is a hormonal medicine containing a semi-synthetic form of progesterone hormone. It is taken orally in females, commonly used as a contraceptive when combined with other female hormones such as estrogen. Its combination with estrogen can also be used to treat heavy menstrual periods when the cause of heavy flow is not certain. Rumigest 2mg Tablet is also used as a single therapy for treating endometriosis.
Is Rumigest 2mg Tablet a steroid?
Yes, Rumigest 2mg Tablet is a synthetic type of steroid. It contains progesterone and is often used in combination with estrogen to prevent pregnancy within contraceptive pills.
How does Rumigest 2mg Tablet help in endometriosis?
Endometriosis involves the growth of cells similar to those found in the uterine lining (endometrium) outside the uterus. The exact mechanism by which Rumigest 2mg Tablet treats endometriosis is not fully understood, but it's likely that its progesterone-only hormonal nature suppresses the production of estrogen, thereby preventing the continued growth of endometrial tissue.
