Hormone replacement therapy|Treatment of Female infertility

In Hormone replacement therapy Hormone placement therapy (HRT) is a treatment to relieve symptoms of menopause such as hot flushes night sweats mood swings vaginal dryness and reduced sex drive. Since menopause can last for several years this treatment can make a big improvement to your daily life and mood. Progesterone is one of two important hormones (the other being is estrogen) used in this treatment. However it may not treat all your symptoms consult with your doctor. You should use this medicine as it is prescribed and for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule is to be taken with food.

Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule is a natural female sex hormone progesterone. It is used to treat menstrual and pregnancy-related issues that are caused due to hormonal imbalance.Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule is also prescribed along with estrogen as a part of hormonal replacement therapy for preventing endometrial hyperplasia (thickening of the lining of the uterus).  It should be taken with food. It should be taken at the same time each day to get the most benefit. You should continue taking it for as long as your doctor has told you to even if you feel well. The most common side effects include headache breast pain irregular vaginal bleeding or spotting stomach or abdominal cramps bloating nausea and vomiting hair loss edema and vaginal yeast infection. Side effects are more common during the first few weeks and usually lessen as your body gets used to the medicine. You may also experience bleeding or spotting between your periods consult with your doctor if it happens frequently. Before taking this medicine inform your doctor if you have or have had breast cancer unusual bleeding in the vagina or liver disease. You will probably have several tests both before and during treatment to check your womb.  Also tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking as some may affect or be affected by this medicine. In general it is advisable to avoid alcohol and smoking.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule is to be taken with food.

- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby. | - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE <p> Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule 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 Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> There is limited information available on the use of Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule 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|Action Class :: Natural Progesterone

Hormone replacement therapy|Treatment of Female infertility

Abdominal pain | Nausea | Abnormal vaginal bleeding | Edema (swelling) | Hair loss | Abdominal bloating | Headache | Breast pain | Vomiting | Vaginal yeast infection

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

UNSAFE

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Q. What is Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule?::: Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule is a type of progesterone hormone which is extracted from plants but its property matches with the human progesterone. This medicine undergoes a process called micronization where the size of the natural progesterone is reduced. The small size of the progesterone particles enhances its dissolution and absorption. This provides better availability of Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule in the body and decreases its side effects.| Q. What is Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule used to treat?::: Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule is used to treat various disorders. It is given to women with secondary amenorrhea (no menstruation for 3 months in women who have had their menses before). It is used to support pregnancy prevent premature labor and treat bleeding disorders that may occur before menopause. It may be used as a part of fertility treatment and may be given as hormone replacement therapy after menopause. It is also given to relieve symptoms of premenstrual syndrome and painful bleeding like in dysfunctional uterine bleeding.| Q. Can you take Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule every day?::: Yes Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule 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 Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule cause weight gain?::: Yes taking Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule 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 Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule is taken with estrogen as a combined pill. But do not start any hormonal therapy without consulting your doctor.| Q. Is Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule safe?::: Yes Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule is safer as compared to the normal synthetic progesterone. Its smaller size helps the body absorb it easily and reduces the side effects like fluid retention reduction of HDL cholesterol levels headaches and mood disturbance.| 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. Microgest 200mg Softgel Capsule (natural micronized 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.