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Jigest, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Endometriosis, Female Infertility, Periods pain. The alternative uses of Jigest have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Jigest depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Jigest also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Breast pain. While these are the most often observed Jigest side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Jigest go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Jigest's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Jigest related warnings talks about Jigest's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Jigest are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Jigest with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Jigest is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Jigest 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult(Female) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Jigest is used -
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Jigest safe for pregnant women?
Jigest can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Jigest safe during breastfeeding?
Jigest may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Jigest, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Jigest.
What is the effect of Jigest on the Kidneys?
Jigest rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Jigest on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Jigest. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Jigest only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Jigest on the Heart?
Jigest is rarely harmful for the heart.
Jigest should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Jigest unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Jigest habit forming or addictive?
Jigest is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Jigest. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Jigest is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Jigest in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Jigest
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Jigest with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Jigest
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Jigest.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA) [Internet]. Dublin. Ireland; Package leaflet information for the user; Duphaston (dydrogesterone)
Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA) [Internet]. Dublin. Ireland; Package leaflet information for the user; Duphaston (dydrogesterone)
