Female infertility|Hormone replacement therapy

In Female infertility FM Gest 200 SR Tablet contains progesterone a female hormone that is important in the regulation of ovulation and menstruation. It is used to cause menstrual periods in women who have not reached menopause but are not having periods due to a lack of natural progesterone in the body. Progesterone helps to prepare the uterus for pregnancy by causing the uterus lining (endometrium) to thicken. This increases the chance of a successful pregnancy. You should use the medicine as prescribed for it to be effective. You may be asked to continue with this treatment for a period after becoming pregnant.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew crush or break it. FM Gest 200 SR Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

FM Gest 200 SR Tablet is a natural female sex hormone progesterone. It is used to treat menstrual and pregnancy-related issues that are caused due to hormonal imbalance.You should use FM Gest 200 SR Tablet as your doctor has advised. Do not use more or less than you have been advised and do not use it for longer than recommended. You may be asked to continue taking this medicine for a period after it is confirmed that you are pregnant.The most common side effects include headache feeling very tired stomach cramps pain or swelling in your abdomen and feeling sick. You may also feel bloated less interested in sex and get pain or discharge in your vagina. Your doctor or nurse may be able to help you reduce or prevent side effects if they bother you or do not go away. Very occasionally people get a severe allergic reaction which needs urgent medical attention. Using this medicine may increase your risk of blood clots or breast cancer.FM Gest 200 SR Tablet may not suit everybody and you should tell your doctor if you have or have had breast cancer unusual bleeding in the vagina or liver disease. You may be monitored more carefully if you have liver kidney or heart problems or have diabetes or asthma. Let your doctor know your medical history to be safe. Check with your doctor about all other medicines which may affect or be affected by this medicine. You will probably have several tests both before and during treatment to check your womb. This medicine can alter your thinking or reactions and you may feel very tired so be careful if you drive or need to be alert. In general alcohol is not recommended while taking this medicine.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew crush or break it. FM Gest 200 SR Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

- Alcohol : UNSAFE <p> FM Gest 200 SR Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> FM Gest 200 SR Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> FM Gest 200 SR Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE <p> FM Gest 200 SR Tablet may decrease alertness affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> There is limited information available on the use of FM Gest 200 SR Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> There is limited information available on the use of FM Gest 200 SR Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of FM Gest 200 SR Tablet take it as soon as possible. However if it is almost time for your next dose skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Chemical Class :: Progesterone Derivative|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: GYNAECOLOGICAL

Female infertility|Hormone replacement therapy

Abdominal bloating | Hot flushes | Vaginal discharge | Urinary incontinence | Headache | Fatigue | Joint pain | Cough | Abnormal menstrual bleeding | Musculoskeletal (bone muscle or joint) pain | Slurred speech | Pain behind eyes | Vertigo

UNSAFE

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

UNSAFE

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Q. Can you take FM Gest 200 SR Tablet every day?::: Yes FM Gest 200 SR Tablet can be taken every day. It is usually prescribed to be taken once daily in the evening or at bedtime. The usual duration of prescription may vary from 10-12 days a month to 25 days a month. However the number of days for which you will need to take this medicine in each cycle will be suggested by your doctor depending upon your health condition.| Q. Does FM Gest 200 SR Tablet cause weight gain?::: Yes taking FM Gest 200 SR Tablet may cause weight gain. The weight gain may be due to water retention and may not be a serious sign. However contact your doctor in case your weight gain is worrying you. The risk of weight gain is generally less if FM Gest 200 SR Tablet is taken with estrogen as a combined pill. But do not start any hormonal therapy without consulting your doctor.| Q. How is progesterone beneficial for fertility and pregnancy?::: Progesterone is a very crucial hormone in fertility. It is the hormone secreted by the ovaries that helps prepare the uterus for pregnancy and maintain it. FM Gest 200 SR Tablet (form of progesterone) is given as a medicine in cases of infertility to support the uterus in preparing itself for the pregnancy and to prevent the abortions in some cases. It is also used to prevent premature labor.