Duragest 200mg Injection

Duragest 200mg Injection is a natural female hormone important for regulating ovulation (release of an egg from a woman’s ovary) and menstruation. It helps restore menstrual cycles in women whose periods have stopped. It is also used in the treatment of infertility.

Duragest 200mg Injection is generally given by a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered at home. You should use

Duragest 200mg Injection as your doctor has advised. Do not use more or less than advised and do not use it for longer than recommended. You may be asked to continue taking this medicine for a period after you get pregnant.The most common side effects include abdominal bloating, abdominal pain, dizziness, headache, depression, breast tenderness, hot flushes, vaginal discharge, joint paint, and urinary incontinence. Your doctor may suggest ways to reduce or prevent these. Occasionally, it may cause a severe allergic reaction requiring urgent medical attention.Inform your doctor if you have a history of breast cancer, unusual vaginal bleeding, or liver, kidney, or heart disease. Inform your doctor about all other medicines that you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. You will probably have several tests both before and during treatment with this medicine.

Duragest 200mg Injection can alter your thinking or reactions and you may feel very tired so be careful while driving or doing anything that requires you to be alert.

Hormone replacement therapy
Treatment of Female infertility

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Duragest 200mg Injection is a progesterone (female hormone). It helps to establish and maintain pregnancy. It also prevents the increase in thickness of the endometrium (lining of the uterus) caused by estrogen.

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Duragest 200mg Injection is a natural progesterone available as a micronized formulation which helps in better absorption of this medicine.

It is used as a part of hormone replacement therapy generally in combination with an estrogen.

It may also be used in the treatment of problems related to menstrual periods such as amenorrhea (absence of periods).

It also helps in the maintenance of pregnancy in women who are at higher risk of miscarriage.

It may cause sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery.

Q. What is Duragest 200mg Injection and what is it used for?

Duragest 200mg Injection 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 is also prescribed along with estrogen as a part of hormonal replacement therapy for preventing endometrial hyperplasia (thickening of the lining of the uterus).

Q. How and in what dose should I take Duragest 200mg Injection?

Duragest 200mg Injection is given as an injection into the muscle, by a doctor or nurse only. The dose and duration are decided by your doctor, depending on your exact medical condition. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the maximum benefit from Duragest 200mg Injection.

Q. What are the common side effects which I can experience while taking Duragest 200mg Injection?

The common side effects associated with Duragest 200mg Injection are local injection site reactions (redness, pain, or swelling), nausea, vaginal discharge, weight changes, jaundice, mental depression, and fever. If any of these side effects bother you, please consult with your doctor.

Q. Does Duragest 200mg Injection cause weight gain?

Yes, the use of Duragest 200mg Injection may cause weight gain. The weight gain may be due to water retention and may not be a serious sign. However, contact your doctor in case your weight gain is worrying you.

Q. How is Duragest 200mg Injection beneficial for fertility and pregnancy?

Duragest 200mg Injection is a crucial hormone for fertility. It is the hormone secreted by the ovaries that helps prepare the uterus for pregnancy and maintain it. This is given as a medicine in cases of infertility to support the uterus in preparing itself for the pregnancy and to prevent abortions in some cases. It is also used to prevent premature labor.

Q. Is Duragest 200mg Injection effective?

Duragest 200mg Injection 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 Duragest 200mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

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 Treatment of Female infertility

Duragest 200mg Injection 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.show moreshow less

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

Joint pain

Vaginal discharge

Urinary incontinence

Hot flashes

Breast tenderness

Depression

Dizziness

Abdominal pain

Headache

Hot flushes

Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Duragest 200mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Duragest 200mg Injection is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.

Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Duragest 200mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving:UNSAFE

Duragest 200mg Injection 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 Duragest 200mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Duragest 200mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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