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Prostagen is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule, Tablet. Female Infertility, Hormonal Imbalance are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Prostagen have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Prostagen. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Prostagen include Back Pain, Increased Glucose level in the blood. Some other side effects of Prostagen have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Prostagen are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Prostagen has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Prostagen has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Prostagen related warnings section.
Prostagen 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 Prostagen contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Prostagen have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Prostagen is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Prostagen 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 Prostagen safe for pregnant women?
Prostagen can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Prostagen right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Prostagen safe during breastfeeding?
Prostagen may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Prostagen, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Prostagen.
What is the effect of Prostagen on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Prostagen on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Prostagen on the Liver?
Prostagen 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 Prostagen on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Prostagen on the heart have been reported.
Prostagen 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 Prostagen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Prostagen habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Prostagen has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Prostagen since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Prostagen should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Prostagen cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Prostagen
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Prostagen and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Prostagen
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Prostagen with alcohol will be.
Yes, Prostagen can be taken after ovulation.
Prostagen 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.
Prostagen 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.
Yes, acne has been reported in people taking Prostagen. However, the role of Prostagen remains unclear in acne formation because of lack of exact scientific research on the same.
If your period starts while taking Prostagen, it is important to continue with the medication till the 14th day. However, the next progesterone cycle should be started after 14 days after the beginning of the flow. In case you feel any discomfort while taking progesterone during your period cycle do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
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)