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Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's is used to treat amenorrhoea (absence of menstrual periods) and prevent endometrial hyperplasia (thickened uterus lining). Also, it is indicated for the maintenance of pregnancy, threatened abortion and prevention of preterm labour. It contains progesterone which works by replacing oestrogen and progesterone hormone levels in the body. This medicine may sometimes cause side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, headache, mood changes, diarrhoea, vaginal discharge, joint pain, hot flashes or constipation. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
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More about the Product

Composition :

PROGESTERONE-200MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Lebone Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's

Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's is an oral prescription medication used to treat absent menstrual periods and to prevent overgrowth of the uterine lining in women undergoing estrogen hormone replacement therapy. It helps restore hormonal balance in the body, ensuring a regular menstrual cycle and protecting uterine health.

For the best results, you must take Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Some oral Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's formulations are recommended on an empty stomach, while others may be taken with food. Follow the instructions provided with your specific product and use the same method consistently each day, as food can affect how much medicine your body absorbs.

While taking Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's, you may experience mild side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, or mild stomach upset. However, if you experience severe symptoms like chest pain, sudden severe headaches, or breathing difficulties, you must seek immediate medical attention.

Do not take this if you have a history of blood clots, breast cancer, unusual vaginal bleeding, or severe liver damage. Before starting, tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure, asthma, diabetes, or migraine headaches so they can monitor your health closely.

Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's can interact with certain medicines that speed up how your liver breaks down drugs (called liver enzyme-inducing medicines), such as carbamazepine or phenytoin. These medicines may reduce how well Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's works. Alcohol and smoking may also increase the risk of side effects or affect treatment. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or are an elderly individual, consult your healthcare provider to discuss the specific risks and benefits of using this medication.

Uses of Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's

Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of female infertility, female hormonal imbalance, secondary amenorrhea, and hormone replacement therapy. The detailed uses of Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's are as follows:

  • Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): Helps prevent the overgrowth of the uterine lining in postmenopausal women who are taking estrogen.
  • Secondary Amenorrhea: Helps restore normal menstrual periods in women who have stopped having periods due to a lack of natural progesterone.
  • Luteal Phase Support: Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's may be prescribed after fertility treatments or in selected women to help prepare and maintain the uterine lining during early pregnancy when recommended by a fertility specialist.
  • Female Hormonal Imbalance: Helps restore normal progesterone levels, supporting a healthy menstrual cycle and proper reproductive function.
     

Key Benefits

Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's helps support hormonal balance and reproductive health by replacing or supplementing the body's natural Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's. It plays an important role in regulating the menstrual cycle, supporting pregnancy, and protecting the uterus during hormone therapy.

Benefits may include:

  • Helps regulate menstrual cycles and supports normal reproductive hormone balance.
  • Supports the maintenance of early pregnancy when prescribed for Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's deficiency.
  • Helps protect the lining of the uterus during estrogen replacement therapy in postmenopausal women.
  • Supports the management of irregular periods and certain hormone-related conditions.
  • Helps reduce the risk of uterine complications associated with estrogen-only hormone therapy.
  • Promotes overall reproductive health and improves quality of life when used as prescribed.
     
Side effects of Alimagest SR 200 Tablet
  • Chest pain may last for a while and needs immediate medical attention as it is a significant health issue to be attended to.
  • Take rest and refrain from doing physical activity for a while, and restart after a few days.
  • Try applying an ice pack to the strained area for at least 20 minutes thrice a day. Ice pack thus helps reduce inflammation.
  • Sit upright and maintain proper posture if there is persistent chest pain. • Use extra pillows to elevate your position and prop your chest up while sleeping.

Directions for Use

  • Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Swallow Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, break, or chew it.

How Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's Works

Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's replaces the natural hormone that your body may not be producing in sufficient amounts. After you swallow the capsule, it is processed by the liver before reaching the bloodstream, so the dose and schedule may vary between individuals. Your doctor will prescribe the amount that is most appropriate for your condition.
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

Interaction of Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's supports pregnancy and helps in the maintenance of pregnancy. However, please consult a doctor if you are pregnant before taking Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's may be excreted in human milk. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Unsafe

Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel dizzy or drowsy after taking Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Please consult a doctor if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's should be given with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Unsafe

Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's is not recommended for children.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have heart problems before using Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding the use of Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's in elderly patients.

What if I have taken an overdose of Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's

If you take more than your prescribed dose, seek emergency medical attention or contact a poison control center immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include severe dizziness, nausea, or drowsiness.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Ensure adequate calcium and vitamin D intake: Include calcium- and vitamin D-rich foods in your diet to help support bone health, especially while receiving hormone therapy.
  • Avoid smoking and limit alcohol: Do not smoke and limit alcohol consumption, as both can increase the risk of blood clots and cardiovascular problems during hormone therapy.
  • Engage in weight-bearing exercise: Participate in regular activities such as walking or light strength training to help maintain bone density and support heart health.
  • Attend regular health check-ups: Keep all scheduled follow-up appointments, including breast examinations and mammograms, so your doctor can monitor your health during treatment.
     
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's to start to work: Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's ideally shows its action within 2 to 3 hours after administration. 

The time for which the effects of Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's last: The effect of Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's lasts for 12 hours.

What if you forget to take Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular routine. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Storage

• Store Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's at controlled room temperature, between 20°C and 25°C (68°F to 77°F).

Drug Warnings

  • Take Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's at bedtime: Taking Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's at bedtime may help reduce the impact of daytime drowsiness and dizziness.
  • Use caution during activities requiring alertness: Avoid driving, operating machinery, or performing hazardous tasks immediately after taking Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's until you know how it affects you.
  • Monitor your breast health: Perform regular breast self-examinations and report any new lumps or unusual breast changes to your doctor promptly.
  • Inform healthcare providers before procedures: Tell your doctor, dentist, surgeon, or other healthcare professionals that you are taking Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's before undergoing any medical, surgical, or dental procedure, as temporary interruption of treatment may be necessary.
  • Attend regular monitoring appointments: Keep all scheduled follow-up visits while taking Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's. Women receiving long-term hormone replacement therapy may require regular assessment of uterine health, breast health, and overall response to treatment.
  • Seek medical advice if concerning symptoms develop: Contact your doctor promptly if you experience unusual vaginal bleeding, severe headaches, vision changes, symptoms of a blood clot, or persistent side effects during treatment.
     

Drug-Drug Interactions

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  • Anti-seizure medicines (e.g., carbamazepine, phenobarbital): These medicines may reduce the effectiveness of Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's by increasing its breakdown in the body.
  • Antifungal medicines (e.g., ketoconazole): These medicines may increase the amount of Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's in the body, raising the risk of side effects.
ProgesteroneVenetoclax
Severe
ProgesteroneMorphine
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ProgesteroneVenetoclax
Severe
How does the drug interact with Alimagest SR 200 Tablet:
Co-administration of Alimagest SR 200 Tablet with Venetoclax may increase the blood levels of Venetoclax which increases the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Alimagest SR 200 Tablet and Venetoclax together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any symptoms such as fatigue, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and infections, it is advised to consult a doctor. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any drugs.
ProgesteroneMorphine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Alimagest SR 200 Tablet:
Co-administration of Alimagest SR 200 Tablet with Morphine may increase the blood levels and side effects of Morphine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Morphine with Alimagest SR 200 Tablet can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any symptoms like trouble breathing, feeling tired, or having a cough, dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, impaired judgment, reaction speed, and motor coordination, make sure to contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
ProgesteroneEdoxaban
Severe
How does the drug interact with Alimagest SR 200 Tablet:
When Alimagest SR 200 Tablet is taken with Edoxaban, may increase the blood levels of Edoxaban which increases the risk of serious bleeding complications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Alimagest SR 200 Tablet and edoxaban together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that resembles coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, you should consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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  • High-fat meals: Taking Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's with a high-fat meal may increase its absorption and raise the risk of side effects such as drowsiness.
     
No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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FAQs

Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's is used in combination with oestrogen for hormone replacement therapy. Besides this, Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's 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.
Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's contains Progesterone that works by replacing oestrogen and progesterone hormone levels in the body and helps in providing relief from menopause symptoms.
Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's 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 Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's 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 Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's reduces this risk.
You are recommended to inform your doctor that you are taking Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's as you may need to stop taking Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's 4 to 6 weeks before surgery to decrease the risk of blood clot.
Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's may increase the risk of uterine cancer. However, if you experience any unusual vaginal bleeding, please consult a doctor immediately.
Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's should be swallowed as a whole with water. Do not crush or chew it.
Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's is a hormone extracted from plants and is chemically identical to human progesterone.
Yes, Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's can be taken daily. Usually, it is taken once everyday in the evening or at bedtime.
Yes, Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's 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.
Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's 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.
Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's may be prescribed during early pregnancy in certain situations, such as after fertility treatment, for luteal phase support, or in selected women with threatened miscarriage, when your doctor believes it is beneficial. Do not start or stop Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's during pregnancy without medical advice.
Taking Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's at bedtime helps manage common side effects like drowsiness and dizziness, allowing you to sleep through them. Inform your doctor if these symptoms persist.
Some women may experience mild fluid retention or bloating, which can feel like weight gain. If you notice rapid or significant weight changes, talk to your doctor.
It is best to limit or avoid alcohol while taking Alimagest SR 200 Tablet 10's, as alcohol can increase drowsiness and may interact with how your body processes the hormone.
The time it takes to see results varies depending on the condition being treated; for restoring periods, withdrawal bleeding usually occurs within a few days of finishing a cycle.
Light spotting or bleeding between periods can sometimes occur, especially during the first few months of treatment. However, if the bleeding is heavy or persistent, consult your doctor immediately.
No, this formulation is not a contraceptive and will not prevent pregnancy. Talk to your doctor about safe and effective birth control methods if you wish to avoid pregnancy.
You should not stop taking this medication without consulting your healthcare provider, as stopping abruptly can cause hormonal imbalances or irregular bleeding. Inform your doctor before making any changes.

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India

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Office No-2 2Nd Floor 39, Dsiidc Sheds, Scheme-1, Okhla Industrial Area Phase-2,
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