Caprogen Depot 500 Injection

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Caprogen Depot 500 Injection

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Caprogen Depot Information

Caprogen Depot is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Premature Labor.

The optimal dosage of Caprogen Depot is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Caprogen Depot can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Caprogen Depot are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Caprogen Depot is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Caprogen Depot related warnings talks about Caprogen Depot's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Blood Clotting Disorders, Breast Cancer, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Caprogen Depot since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Caprogen Depot have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Caprogen Depot may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Caprogen Depot is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Caprogen Depot Benefits & Uses

Caprogen Depot is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Caprogen Depot Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Premature Labor
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 Weekly
  • Course Duration: 5 months
  • Special Instructions: start treatment between 16th to 20th weeks, till 37th weeks of gestation or delivery, whichever occurs first

Caprogen Depot Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Caprogen Depot safe for pregnant women?


    Caprogen Depot can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Caprogen Depot safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Caprogen Depot. It should only be taken after medical advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Caprogen Depot on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Caprogen Depot on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Caprogen Depot on the Liver?


    Caprogen Depot may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Caprogen Depot on the Heart?


    Caprogen Depot has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Caprogen Depot with Other Drugs

Caprogen Depot should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate



Caprogen Depot Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Caprogen Depot unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Caprogen Depot

  • Is this Caprogen Depot habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Caprogen Depot is addictive.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Caprogen Depot you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Caprogen Depot should be used only after doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Caprogen Depot for mental disorders.

    No

Caprogen Depot Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Caprogen Depot


    There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Caprogen Depot with food.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Caprogen Depot


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Caprogen Depot.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 663-664

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Makena® (hydroxyprogesterone caproate)



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