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Estapreg 200 Capsule Substitute

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Composition:

PROGESTERONE-200MG

Uses:

<p>Estapreg 200 Capsule is used in the treatment of female infertility and female hormonal imbalance. The detailed uses of Estapreg 200 Capsule are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Hormonal Replacement Therapy: </strong>Estapreg 200 Capsule is commonly used in women undergoing hormonal replacement therapy to manage symptoms associated with menopause or hormonal imbalances.</li><li><strong>Luteal Phase Support: </strong>Estapreg 200 Capsule is prescribed to support the luteal phase during assisted reproductive technologies like in vitro fertilisation (IVF), increasing the chances of pregnancy.</li><li><strong>Menstrual Disorders: </strong>Estapreg 200 Capsule helps regulate the menstrual cycle and manage symptoms related to irregular menstruation.</li><li><strong>Endometrial Preparation:</strong> Estapreg 200 Capsule aids in preparing the endometrium for implantation during fertility treatments, ensuring an optimal environment for a fertilised egg.</li><li><strong>Prevention of Miscarriage: </strong>In some cases, Estapreg 200 Capsule is recommended for pregnant women with a history of recurrent miscarriages to help maintain the pregnancy and provide support during its early stages.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Estapreg 200 Capsule contains progesterone that is used in combination with oestrogen for hormone replacement therapy.
  • Estapreg 200 Capsule replaces estrogen and progesterone hormone levels in the body and helps in providing relief from menopause symptoms.
  • Estapreg 200 Capsule is also indicated for the maintenance of pregnancy, threatened abortion and prevention of preterm labour.

FAQs

Estapreg 200 Capsule is used in combination with oestrogen for hormone replacement therapy. Besides this, Estapreg 200 Capsule also treats amenorrhoea (absence of menstrual periods) and prevents endometrial hyperplasia (thickened uterus lining). Also, it is indicated for the maintenance of pregnancy, threatened abortion and prevention of preterm labour.

Estapreg 200 Capsule contains Progesterone that works by replacing oestrogen and progesterone hormone levels in the body and helps in providing relief from menopause symptoms.

Estapreg 200 Capsule may increase the risk of blood clots especially in patients with a history of blood clots. However, if you experience sudden chest pain, difficulty in breathing or painful swelling and redness of legs, stop taking Estapreg 200 Capsule and consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs of blood clot.

If oestrogen is used alone for hormone replacement therapy, it may increase the risk of endometrial hyperplasia (excessive thickening of uterus lining) and endometrial cancer (cancer of the womb). Oestrogen in combination with Estapreg 200 Capsule reduces this risk.

You are recommended to inform your doctor that you are taking Estapreg 200 Capsule as you may need to stop taking Estapreg 200 Capsule 4 to 6 weeks before surgery to decrease the risk of blood clot.

Estapreg 200 Capsule may increase the risk of uterine cancer. However, if you experience any unusual vaginal bleeding, please consult a doctor immediately.

Estapreg 200 Capsule is not a contraceptive. You are recommended to use additional contraceptive methods to prevent pregnancy while taking Estapreg 200 Capsule.

Estapreg 200 Capsule should be swallowed as a whole with water. Do not crush or chew it.

Estapreg 200 Capsule is a hormone extracted from plants and is chemically identical to human progesterone.

Yes, Estapreg 200 Capsule can be taken daily. Usually, it is taken once everyday in the evening or at bedtime.

Some people might gain weight due to other reasons while taking Estapreg 200 Capsule. Consult the doctor if you notice weight gain during Estapreg 200 Capsule therapy.

Yes, Estapreg 200 Capsule is safe if taken in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.

Progesterone plays a vital role in fertility. It improves the chances of becoming and staying pregnant by preparing the uterus lining.

Estapreg 200 Capsule may cause side effects like dizziness, drowsiness, headache, mood changes, diarrhoea, vaginal discharge, joint pain, hot flashes (sudden feeling of warmth) or constipation. If the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.