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Hormone replacement therapy / Treatment of Female infertility
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More About Hilgestrone 300mg Capsule SR
Benefits
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 Hilgestrone 300mg Capsule SR 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.
Side Effects
The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.
How to use
Follow your doctor's guidance regarding the dose and duration of this medication. Ingest it without breaking or crushing. Do not chew, crush or break it. Hilgestrone 300mg Capsule SR is to be taken with food.
How it works
Hilgestrone 300mg Capsule SR 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.
Consult your Doctor: Please consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol with Hilgestrone 300mg Capsule SR . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.
Safe when prescribed by an expert: Hilgestrone 300mg Capsule SR is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Safe when prescribed by an expert: Hilgestrone 300mg Capsule SR 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.
Not Safe: Hilgestrone 300mg Capsule SR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Hilgestrone 300mg Capsule SR in patients with kidney disease. Doctor consultation is advised.
Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Hilgestrone 300mg Capsule SR in patients with liver disease. Doctor consultation is advised.
What if I forget to take it?
If a dose of Hilgestrone 300mg Capsule SR is missed, take it promptly. However, if your next dose is approaching, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Avoid doubling the dose.
Manufacturer Address
Mahilamandiram Road, Poojappura Thiruvananthapuram - 695 012, Kerala, India
References
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Levin ER, Hammes SR. Estrogens and Progestins. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilmans: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1180-85
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Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) (04 Apr. 2019)
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