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Nidagest is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Other than this, Nidagest has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Nidagest depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Nidagest as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Nidagest are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Nidagest's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Nidagest's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Nidagest contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Nidagest have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Nidagest is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Nidagest is used to treat the following -
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 Nidagest safe for pregnant women?
Nidagest is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Nidagest safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Nidagest. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Nidagest on the Kidneys?
Nidagest rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Nidagest on the Liver?
Using Nidagest does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Nidagest on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Nidagest on the heart have been reported.
Nidagest should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nidagest unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nidagest habit forming or addictive?
Nidagest is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Nidagest can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Nidagest should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Nidagest for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Nidagest
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Nidagest and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nidagest
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Nidagest.
Yes, Nidagest contains hydroxyprogesterone which is a steroid. It is a synthetic form of the naturally occurring female sex hormone (progesterone).
Yes, Nidagest may cause depression. However, data regarding its frequency and incidence is not currently available. If you are experiencing insomnia (sleeplessness), persistent feeling of sadness, loss of appetite, loss of interest in activities which are symptoms of depression then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.
Yes, Nidagest might cause a headache, this occurs rarely. However, the exact cause behind headache is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Nidagest might cause gestational diabetes in a few cases. However, the exact cause of gestational diabetes is not known. If you are already suffering from diabetes then you are advised to inform your doctor before taking this drug so that he/she can take precautionary measures in advance.
Yes, Nidagest can cause nausea and vomiting. It is a common side effect of this drug. You are experiencing excessive nausea and vomiting after taking this drug then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor immediately.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 318
