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Ogest is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule, Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Female Infertility, Hormonal Imbalance. Other than this, Ogest has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Ogest 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Ogest include Back Pain, Increased Glucose level in the blood. Some other side effects of Ogest have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Ogest are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ogest is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Ogest related warnings talks about Ogest's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ogest can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ogest in conditions like Liver Disease, Breast Cancer, Cervical Cancer. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ogest are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Ogest with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Ogest is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Ogest 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 Ogest safe for pregnant women?
Ogest can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Ogest right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Ogest safe during breastfeeding?
Ogest 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 Ogest on the Kidneys?
Ogest has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ogest on the Liver?
Ogest 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 Ogest on the Heart?
Ogest may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Ogest 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 Ogest unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ogest habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ogest is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Ogest will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ogest is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ogest cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Ogest
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Ogest and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ogest
Information about the interaction of Ogest and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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 Ogest. However, the role of Ogest remains unclear in acne formation because of lack of exact scientific research on the same.
Yes, Ogest has been reported to cause testosterone like side effects such as loss of hair and acne in some patients. Intake of few hormones can actually shrink and damage the hair follicles. if you are experiencing hair loss along with Ogest seek medical advice instantly.
Ogest 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, it may cause bleeding in some women of child-bearing (21-45) age while they are taking Ogest. 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.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prometrium (progesterone)
