Fgest is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Female Infertility, Hormonal Imbalance. The alternative uses of Fgest have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Fgest depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Fgest also has some side effects, the most common being Back Pain, Increased Glucose level in the blood. Some other side effects of Fgest have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Fgest normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Fgest's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Fgest's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Fgest is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Breast Cancer, Cervical Cancer are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Fgest have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Fgest have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Fgest is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Fgest 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 Fgest safe for pregnant women?
Fgest can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Fgest right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Fgest safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Fgest. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Fgest on the Kidneys?
Fgest may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fgest on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Fgest. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Fgest only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Fgest on the Heart?
Fgest may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Fgest 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 Fgest unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fgest habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Fgest has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Fgest does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Fgest is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Fgest in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Fgest
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Fgest, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fgest
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Fgest with alcohol will be.
Yes, it may cause bleeding in some women of child-bearing (21-45) age while they are taking Fgest. But it has been observed that pregnant women may experience uterine bleeding due to the low progesterone levels. Hence taking this hormone may rectify low progesterone levels.
If your period starts while taking Fgest, it is important to continue with the medication till the 14th day. However, the next progesterone cycle should be started after 14 days after the beginning of the flow. In case you feel any discomfort while taking progesterone during your period cycle do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, acne has been reported in people taking Fgest. However, the role of Fgest remains unclear in acne formation because of lack of exact scientific research on the same.
Yes, Fgest can be taken with multi-vitamins, however, if you are experiencing nausea along with severe constipation stop the multi-vitamin and discuss with your doctor about other alternatives.
Fgest helps in regulating the menstrual cycle. It prepares the uterus for pregnancy. After ovulation every month, it thickens the uterine wall to prepare to receive the fertilized egg, however, if there is no fertilization, the levels of progesterone drop and menstruation begins. In case of fertilization the fertilized egg implants in the uterine wall, progesterone helps maintain the thickness of the uterine wall throughout the duration of pregnancy.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prometrium (progesterone)