Shegest 5mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Shegest 5mg Tablet is a synthetic progesterone derivative that is used in the treatment of recurrent miscarriages (pregnancy loss) and premature labor.
It is a progestin
It is a progestin
Uses of Shegest Tablet
Benefits of Shegest Tablet
In Treatment of Premature Labor
Shegest 5mg Tablet prevents abnormal contractions of uterus muscles and relaxes them. It widens blood vessels to help increase blood flow and improve circulation to the smooth muscles of the uterus. This prevents premature labor and miscarriage. Take it as prescribed and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
In Treatment of Recurrent miscarriage
Shegest 5mg Tablet helps to prevent miscarriage in such women who have had such complications in an earlier pregnancy. It improves the thickness of the lining of the uterus (womb) and also attachment of the baby to the uterus. This makes sure that there are no abnormal contractions of the uterus which may lead to premature delivery.
Side effects of Shegest Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Shegest
- Edema (swelling)
- Bloating
- Depression
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Altered libido
- Irregular menstrual cycle
- Gastrointestinal disturbance
- Excessive hair growth on face
How to use Shegest Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Shegest 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Shegest 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Shegest 5mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Shegest 5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Shegest 5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Shegest 5mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Shegest 5mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Shegest 5mg Tablet is used to treat repeated miscarriages and to prevent premature birth in pregnant women.
- Take it as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
- It must be discontinued after delivery as it may affect the baby.
- Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how the medication affects you.
- Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor first.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Estrane Steroids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GYNAECOLOGICAL
Action Class
Progestins- Others
Patient concerns
FAQs
Can Shegest 5mg Tablet be used as a birth control medicine?
No, Shegest 5mg Tablet cannot be used as a birth control medicine. It is a hormone preparation used to treat repeated miscarriages and to prevent premature birth in pregnant women. You may need to use contraceptive methods to avoid pregnancy. Consult with your doctor to seek options for contraceptives.
In what conditions Shegest 5mg Tablet should be avoided?
This medicine should not be used in patients with a history of blood clot events, severe liver disease, incomplete abortion, hormone-dependent carcinoma, and hypersensitivity.
I have started feeling depressed after taking Shegest 5mg Tablet? Is this normal?
Depression is one of the common side-effects of this medicine. It is advisable to inform your doctor immediately if you get thoughts about harming yourself. He/she might suggest a suitable alternative based on your condition.
What are the functions of natural progesterone?
Progesterone helps prepare your body for conception and pregnancy and regulates the monthly menstrual cycle. One of progesterone's most important functions is its role in thickening the lining of the uterus each month. The enriched endometrial lining is prepared to receive and nourish a fertilized egg in pregnant women.
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Name: Solitaire Pharmacia Pvt Ltd
Address: Plot No. 73, 1st Floor, Industrial Area Phase 2, Chandigarh - 160002, India
Country of origin: India
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