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Cygest, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Female Infertility, Hormonal Imbalance. The alternative uses of Cygest have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Cygest is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Cygest include Back Pain, Increased Glucose level in the blood. Some other side effects of Cygest have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Cygest go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Cygest has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cygest related warnings talks about Cygest's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Cygest can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cygest in conditions like Liver Disease, Breast Cancer, Cervical Cancer. The section on Cygest contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Cygest may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Cygest is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Cygest is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Cygest safe for pregnant women?
Cygest can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Cygest, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Cygest safe during breastfeeding?
Cygest may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Cygest, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Cygest.
What is the effect of Cygest on the Kidneys?
Cygest may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cygest on the Liver?
Cygest 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.
What is the effect of Cygest on the Heart?
Cygest may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Cygest should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cygest unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cygest habit forming or addictive?
Cygest is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cygest does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cygest only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cygest is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cygest
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Cygest with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cygest
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cygest with alcohol.
No, Cygest doesn't cause anxiety. Instead, it alleviates anxiety by getting metabolized into allopregnanolone which has calming effects.
Yes, it may cause bleeding in some women of child-bearing (21-45) age while they are taking Cygest. But it has been observed that pregnant women may experience uterine bleeding due to the low progesterone levels. Hence taking this hormone may rectify low progesterone levels.
Cygest is a female sex hormone which is produced by the ovaries following ovulation. This hormone plays an important part during the menstrual cycle and helps in the maintenance of pregnancy.
Cygest helps in regulating the menstrual cycle. It prepares the uterus for pregnancy. After ovulation every month, it thickens the uterine wall to prepare to receive the fertilized egg, however, if there is no fertilization, the levels of progesterone drop and menstruation begins. In case of fertilization the fertilized egg implants in the uterine wall, progesterone helps maintain the thickness of the uterine wall throughout the duration of pregnancy.
Yes, Cygest can cause nausea. Initially, even low doses can account for morning sickness during early pregnancy. During an early pregnancy, the progesterone levels are higher which might relax the uterus, stomach, and intestines, causing the excess accumulation of gastric acids and increase the incidences of acid reflux.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prometrium (progesterone)