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Emprogest 200 Capsule SR is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Female Infertility, Hormonal Imbalance. Other than this, Emprogest 200 Capsule SR has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Emprogest 200 Capsule SR depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Emprogest 200 Capsule SR also has some side effects, the most common being Back Pain, Increased Glucose level in the blood. Some other side effects of Emprogest 200 Capsule SR have been listed ahead. These side effects of Emprogest 200 Capsule SR 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 Emprogest 200 Capsule SR is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Emprogest 200 Capsule SR's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Emprogest 200 Capsule SR is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Breast Cancer, Cervical Cancer are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Emprogest 200 Capsule SR contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Emprogest 200 Capsule SR have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Emprogest 200 Capsule SR is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Emprogest 200 Capsule SR 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 Emprogest 200 Capsule SR safe for pregnant women?
Emprogest can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Emprogest right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Emprogest 200 Capsule SR safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Emprogest. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Emprogest 200 Capsule SR on the Kidneys?
Emprogest may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Emprogest 200 Capsule SR on the Liver?
Emprogest 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 Emprogest 200 Capsule SR on the Heart?
Emprogest may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Emprogest 200 Capsule SR 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 Emprogest 200 Capsule SR unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Emprogest 200 Capsule SR habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Emprogest 200 Capsule SR is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Emprogest 200 Capsule SR does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Emprogest 200 Capsule SR should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Emprogest 200 Capsule SR cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Emprogest 200 Capsule SR
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Emprogest 200 Capsule SR and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Emprogest 200 Capsule SR
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Emprogest 200 Capsule SR with alcohol will be.
Emprogest is available in oral form as well as in topical form as a cream. The medicine should be taken as prescribed by the physician.
It is always recommended to take different hormones at a different time to prevent interactions. Thyroid medications are lifelong drugs which when not taken can lead to serious consequences. Space both the hormones in consultation with your gynaecologist.
Yes, acne has been reported in people taking Emprogest. However, the role of Emprogest remains unclear in acne formation because of lack of exact scientific research on the same.
Yes, Emprogest can be taken with multi-vitamins, however, if you are experiencing nausea along with severe constipation stop the multi-vitamin and discuss with your doctor about other alternatives.
Yes,Emprogest is a naturally produced steroid hormone which is produced by the ovaries in a female body, during the second half of the menstrual cycle.
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)