Medrogest Benefits & Uses

Medrogest is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Medrogest Dosage & How to Take

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)	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Start on the 16th or 21st day of the menstrual cycle
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Start on the 16th or 21st day of the menstrual cycle

Medrogest Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Medrogest is used -

Severe

Bone degradation

Moderate

Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)
Thrombophlebitis
Edema

Mild

Rash

Medrogest Related Warnings

Is the use of Medrogest safe for pregnant women?

Medrogest should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Medrogest safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Medrogest may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Medrogest should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Medrogest on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Medrogest on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Medrogest on the Liver?

Medrogest 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Medrogest on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Medrogest on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Medrogest with Other Drugs

Medrogest should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Carbamazepine

Phenobarbital

Moderate

Phenytoin

Rifampicin

Medrogest Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Medrogest unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Breast Cancer
Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency
Depression
Edema
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Medrogest

Is this Medrogest habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Medrogest.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Medrogest, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Medrogest can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Medrogest only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Medrogest is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Medrogest Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Medrogest

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Medrogest and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Medrogest

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Medrogest and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

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