Utegest 100mg Injection
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Cirdi India Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Progesterone (100mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Progesterone Derivative |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | GYNAECOLOGICAL |
| Action Class | Natural Progesterone |
| User Rating | 4.1 |
| User Reviews | 609 |
FAQ
What is Utegest 100mg?
Utegest 100mg contains progesterone, which is a natural female sex hormone. It is used to treat menstrual and pregnancy-related issues that are caused due to hormonal imbalance. It may also be prescribed along with estrogen as a part of hormonal replacement therapy for preventing endometrial hyperplasia (thickening of the lining of the uterus).
What is Utegest 100mg used to treat?
Utegest 100mg 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.
How and in what dose should I take Utegest 100mg?
Utegest 100mg is to be given by a doctor or nurse only. It is given as an injection into the muscle. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Utegest 100mg.
Is Utegest 100mg effective?
Utegest 100mg is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Utegest 100mg too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
How is Utegest 100mg beneficial for fertility and pregnancy?
Utegest 100mg consists of progesterone, which is important for fertility. Progesterone is the hormone secreted by the ovaries that helps prepare the uterus for pregnancy and also maintain it. Utegest 100mg is given 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.
Does Utegest 100mg cause weight gain?
Yes, the use of Utegest 100mg may cause weight gain. The reason for this weight gain could be water retention, however this may not be a serious sign. If you are concerned about weight gain, contact your doctor.
What if you forget to take Utegest Injection?
If you miss a dose of Utegest 100mg, consult the doctor.
Utegest 100mg Injection Reviews
Utegest 100mg is used to restore menstrual cycles in women whose periods have stopped. It is a natural female hormone important for regulating ovulation (release of an egg from a woman's ovary) and menstruation. It is used in the treatment of infertility to help you get pregnant.
You should use Utegest 100mg as your doctor has advised. Do not use more or less than you have been advised and do not use it for longer than recommended. You may be asked to continue taking this medicine for a period after it is confirmed that you are pregnant.
The most common side effects include headache, feeling very tired, weight gain, veginal discharge, stomach cramps, pain or swelling in your abdomen and feeling sick. You may also feel bloated, less interested in sex and get pain or discharge in your vagina. Your doctor or nurse may be able to help you reduce or prevent side effects if they bother you or do not go away. Very occasionally people get a severe allergic reaction which needs urgent medical attention. Using this medicine may increase your risk of blood clots or breast cancer.
Utegest 100mg may not suit everybody, and you should tell your doctor if you have, or have had, breast cancer, unusual bleeding in the vagina or liver disease. You may be monitored more carefully if you have liver, kidney or heart problems or have diabetes or asthma. Let your doctor know your medical history to be safe. Check with your doctor about all other medicines which may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. You will probably have several tests both before and during treatment to check your womb. This medicine can alter your thinking or reactions and you may feel very tired so be careful if you drive or need to be alert. In general, alcohol is not recommended while taking this medicine.
How Utegest 100mg Injection Works
Utegest 100mg is a progesterone (female hormone). It works on the lining of the uterus and helps to establish and maintain pregnancy in infertile women. It helps in protecting the uterus from the negative effects of oestrogen when used for the treatment of postmenopausal symptoms.
How to Use Utegest 100mg Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Benefits of Utegest 100mg Injection
- 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.
- In Female infertility: Utegest 100mg 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. This medicine helps to prepare the uterus for pregnancy by causing the uterus lining (endometrium) to thicken. This increases the chance of a successful pregnancy. You should use the medicine as prescribed for it to be effective. You may be asked to continue with this treatment for a period after becoming pregnant.
Uses of Utegest 100mg Injection
- Hormone replacement therapy
- Female infertility
Utegest 100mg Injection Side Effects
Safety Tips
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Utegest 100mg. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Utegest 100mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Utegest 100mg in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.Use of Utegest 100mg is however not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Utegest 100mg is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Utegest 100mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Utegest 100mg in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- It regulates menstrual cycles, treats heavy bleeding, and prevents thickening of the uterus.
- It is also used to restore menstruation in women with secondary amenorrhea (the absence of menstrual cycles).
- It may cause sleepiness or drowsiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Utegest 100mg affects you.
- Utegest 100mg is used in the treatment of female infertility and as a part of hormone replacement therapy.
- It may cause bleeding or spotting in between menstrual periods. Let your doctor know if this occurs frequently.
References
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