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Depo Progestin is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Depo Progestin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Depo Progestin 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
Age Group | Dosage |
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Is the use of Depo Progestin safe for pregnant women?
Depo Progestin can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Depo Progestin, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Depo Progestin safe during breastfeeding?
Depo Progestin can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Depo Progestin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Depo Progestin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Depo Progestin on the Liver?
Depo Progestin can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Depo Progestin on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Depo Progestin on the heart have been reported.
Depo Progestin 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 Depo Progestin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Depo Progestin habit forming or addictive?
Depo Progestin does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Depo Progestin since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Depo Progestin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Depo Progestin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Depo Progestin
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Depo Progestin, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Depo Progestin
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Depo Progestin with alcohol will be.
No, Depo Progestin helps in reducing the weight by regulating thyroid hormone and maintaining insulin levels. It acts as an anti-inflammatory agent and a natural sleep inducer. Eat healthy meals and indulge in physical activities to keep a check on weight. If you still experience increase in weight discuss with your doctor to investigate underlying causes of your weight gain.
Depo Progestin 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.
Depo Progestin is available in oral form as well as in topical form as a cream. The medicine should be taken as prescribed by the physician.
Yes, Depo Progestin 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.
Yes, acne has been reported in people taking Depo Progestin. However, the role of Depo Progestin remains unclear in acne formation because of lack of exact scientific research on the same.
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)