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Algest SR 200 Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

PROGESTERONE-200MG

Uses:

<p>Algest SR 200 Tablet is used in the treatment of female infertility and female hormonal imbalance. The detailed uses of Algest SR 200 Tablet are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Hormonal Replacement Therapy: </strong>Algest SR 200 Tablet is commonly used in women undergoing hormonal replacement therapy to manage symptoms associated with menopause or hormonal imbalances.</li><li><strong>Luteal Phase Support: </strong>Algest SR 200 Tablet is prescribed to support the luteal phase during assisted reproductive technologies like in vitro fertilisation (IVF), increasing the chances of pregnancy.</li><li><strong>Menstrual Disorders: </strong>Algest SR 200 Tablet helps regulate the menstrual cycle and manage symptoms related to irregular menstruation.</li><li><strong>Endometrial Preparation:</strong> Algest SR 200 Tablet aids in preparing the endometrium for implantation during fertility treatments, ensuring an optimal environment for a fertilised egg.</li><li><strong>Prevention of Miscarriage: </strong>In some cases, Algest SR 200 Tablet is recommended for pregnant women with a history of recurrent miscarriages to help maintain the pregnancy and provide support during its early stages.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Algest SR 200 Tablet contains progesterone that is used in combination with oestrogen for hormone replacement therapy.
  • Algest SR 200 Tablet replaces estrogen and progesterone hormone levels in the body and helps in providing relief from menopause symptoms.
  • Algest SR 200 Tablet is also indicated for the maintenance of pregnancy, threatened abortion and prevention of preterm labour.

FAQs

Algest SR 200 Tablet is used in combination with oestrogen for hormone replacement therapy. Besides this, Algest SR 200 Tablet also treats amenorrhoea (absence of menstrual periods) and prevents endometrial hyperplasia (thickened uterus lining). Also, it is indicated for the maintenance of pregnancy, threatened abortion and prevention of preterm labour.

Algest SR 200 Tablet contains Progesterone that works by replacing oestrogen and progesterone hormone levels in the body and helps in providing relief from menopause symptoms.

Algest SR 200 Tablet may increase the risk of blood clots especially in patients with a history of blood clots. However, if you experience sudden chest pain, difficulty in breathing or painful swelling and redness of legs, stop taking Algest SR 200 Tablet and consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs of blood clot.

If oestrogen is used alone for hormone replacement therapy, it may increase the risk of endometrial hyperplasia (excessive thickening of uterus lining) and endometrial cancer (cancer of the womb). Oestrogen in combination with Algest SR 200 Tablet reduces this risk.

You are recommended to inform your doctor that you are taking Algest SR 200 Tablet as you may need to stop taking Algest SR 200 Tablet 4 to 6 weeks before surgery to decrease the risk of blood clot.

Algest SR 200 Tablet may increase the risk of uterine cancer. However, if you experience any unusual vaginal bleeding, please consult a doctor immediately.

Algest SR 200 Tablet is not a contraceptive. You are recommended to use additional contraceptive methods to prevent pregnancy while taking Algest SR 200 Tablet .

Algest SR 200 Tablet should be swallowed as a whole with water. Do not crush or chew it.

Algest SR 200 Tablet is a hormone extracted from plants and is chemically identical to human progesterone.

Yes, Algest SR 200 Tablet can be taken daily. Usually, it is taken once everyday in the evening or at bedtime.

Some people might gain weight due to other reasons while taking Algest SR 200 Tablet . Consult the doctor if you notice weight gain during Algest SR 200 Tablet therapy.

Yes, Algest SR 200 Tablet is safe if taken in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.

Progesterone plays a vital role in fertility. It improves the chances of becoming and staying pregnant by preparing the uterus lining.

Algest SR 200 Tablet may cause side effects like dizziness, drowsiness, headache, mood changes, diarrhoea, vaginal discharge, joint pain, hot flashes (sudden feeling of warmth) or constipation. If the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.