Corgest is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Female Infertility, Hormonal Imbalance. Other than this, Corgest has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Corgest. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Corgest include Back Pain, Increased Glucose level in the blood. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Corgest as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Corgest are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Corgest is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Corgest related warnings talks about Corgest's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Corgest can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Corgest in conditions like Liver Disease, Breast Cancer, Cervical Cancer. Other contraindications of Corgest have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Corgest with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Corgest is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Corgest is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Corgest safe for pregnant women?
Corgest may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Corgest, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Corgest safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Corgest. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Corgest on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Corgest on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Corgest on the Liver?
Corgest can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Corgest on the Heart?
Corgest is rarely harmful for the heart.
Corgest should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Corgest unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Corgest habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Corgest is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Corgest since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Corgest only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Corgest is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Corgest
There is no information on the effects of taking Corgest with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Corgest
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Corgest with alcohol will be.
No, Corgest helps in reducing the weight by regulating thyroid hormone and maintaining insulin levels. It acts as an anti-inflammatory agent and a natural sleep inducer. Eat healthy meals and indulge in physical activities to keep a check on weight. If you still experience increase in weight discuss with your doctor to investigate underlying causes of your weight gain.
Yes, Corgest can be taken after ovulation.
Corgest is a female sex hormone which is produced by the ovaries following ovulation. This hormone plays an important part during the menstrual cycle and helps in the maintenance of pregnancy.
Corgest is available in oral form as well as in topical form as a cream. The medicine should be taken as prescribed by the physician.
It is always recommended to take different hormones at a different time to prevent interactions. Thyroid medications are lifelong drugs which when not taken can lead to serious consequences. Space both the hormones in consultation with your gynaecologist.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prometrium (progesterone)
