Propeg 200mg Capsule
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Unimarck Healthcare Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Medroxyprogesterone acetate (200mg) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Chemical Class | Gluco/Mineralocorticoids, Progestogins Derivatives |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | GYNAECOLOGICAL |
Action Class | Progestins (First generation) |
User Rating | 4.2 |
User Reviews | 572 |
FAQ
Propeg 200mg Capsule Reviews
Propeg 200mg should be taken as your doctor's advice. Your doctor will decide how much you need to take and for how much time. You may take it with or without food but better to take it at a fixed time. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.
Common side effects of this medicine include headache, dizziness, weakness, weight gain, irregular menstrual cycle, and abdominal pain. Most of these are temporary and go away as soon as the body adjusts to the treatment. If any of these bothers you, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. You should also inform the doctor immediately if it causes severe headaches, swelling in one leg, pain on breathing, or changes in vision or hearing.
Before taking this medicine you should let your doctor know if you ever had any problem like unusual vaginal bleeding, or have a history of blood clots, stroke, heart attack, liver problems, or bleeding problems. You should also inform the doctor about all other medicines that you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should not take this medicine.
How Propeg 200mg Capsule Works
How to Use Propeg 200mg Capsule
Benefits of Propeg 200mg Capsule
- In Endometrial cancer: Propeg 200mg is a synthetic hormone which replicates the effect of a natural female hormone called progesterone. It relieves the symptoms of endometrial cancer (a type of cancer that develops in the lining of the womb) such as, abnormal vaginal bleeding, lower back pain, pain during sex, etc. This medicine interferes with the production and working of those hormones in the body that are essential for the growth and spread of endometrial cancer. It may also have a direct effect on the cancer to stop its growth.
- In Treatment of Endometriosis: Propeg 200mg 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. You should use the medicine as prescribed for it to be effective. Avoid any stress and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully. Improving weight and nutrition may be recommended in females with eating disorders or malnutrition to get the maximum benefit from Propeg 200mg.
- In Treatment of Abnormal uterine bleeding: Propeg 200mg is a synthetic progestin that replicates the effect of a natural female hormone called progesterone. It slows the growth of the lining of the womb before menstruation, which reduces the bleeding during menstruation. If heavy periods become such a problem that they interfere with your everyday life, then try taking things a little easier on those days. Some women find that relaxation techniques or yoga help them feel more relaxed and reduce stress. Getting a lot of exercise can also help.
Uses of Propeg 200mg Capsule
- Treatment of Endometriosis
- Endometrial cancer
- Treatment of Abnormal uterine bleeding
Propeg 200mg Capsule Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- Propeg 200mg is used for the treatment of cancer in the breast, kidney (in men and women) and in the lining of the womb (endometrial cancer).
- Do not take Propeg 200mg if you're pregnant or breastfeeding, have unusual vaginal bleeding, or have a history of blood clots, stroke, heart attack, liver problems, or bleeding problems.
- Use a non-hormonal method of contraception such as condoms to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medication.
- Stop taking Propeg 200mg and inform your doctor immediately if you get severe headaches, stabbing pains or swelling in one leg, pain on breathing, sudden changes in your vision or hearing, or yellowing of your skin or whites of your eyes.
References
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- Medroxyprogesterone Acetate [Patient Information Leaflet]. Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 850-54.