Shegest 5mg Tablet

Short Description

Shegest 5mg Tablet is a synthetic progesterone derivative used to treat recurrent miscarriages and premature labor.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Shegest 5mg 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. Do not miss even a single dose if in any case you missed dose, take it as soon as you remember or better to skip the missed dose and continue with regular dosing.

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. Shegest 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

edema (swelling), bloating, headache, depression, fatigue, altered libido, irregular menstrual cycle, gastrointestinal disturbances, and excessive hair growth

Alcohol Warning

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Shegest 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Information regarding the use of Shegest 5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy Warning

Information regarding the use of Shegest 5mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Shegest 5mg Tablet is a progestin (female hormone). It helps in maintaining pregnancy by promoting the attachment of the embryo to lining of the womb and improving blood flow to the placenta. It also relaxes the uterus muscles thereby preventing premature labour.

Take it as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor. Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how the medication affects you. Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor first.