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Ecogest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule Substitute

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Composition:

PROGESTERONE-200MG

Uses:

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

Medicinal Benefits:

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

FAQs

Ecogest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is used in combination with oestrogen for hormone replacement therapy. Besides this, Ecogest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule 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.

Ecogest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule contains Progesterone that works by replacing oestrogen and progesterone hormone levels in the body and helps in providing relief from menopause symptoms.

Ecogest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule 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 Ecogest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule 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 Ecogest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule reduces this risk.

You are recommended to inform your doctor that you are taking Ecogest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule as you may need to stop taking Ecogest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule 4 to 6 weeks before surgery to decrease the risk of blood clot.

Ecogest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule may increase the risk of uterine cancer. However, if you experience any unusual vaginal bleeding, please consult a doctor immediately.

Ecogest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is not a contraceptive. You are recommended to use additional contraceptive methods to prevent pregnancy while taking Ecogest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule.

Ecogest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule should be swallowed as a whole with water. Do not crush or chew it.

Ecogest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is a hormone extracted from plants and is chemically identical to human progesterone.

Yes, Ecogest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule 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 Ecogest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule. Consult the doctor if you notice weight gain during Ecogest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule therapy.

Yes, Ecogest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule 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.

Ecogest 200mg Soft Gelatin Capsule 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.