Tocogest Information

Tocogest, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Premature Labor are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Tocogest have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Tocogest. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Tocogest can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Tocogest 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.

Tocogest's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Tocogest's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Tocogest is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Bleeding, Heart Disease are examples of such conditions.

Drug reaction of Tocogest with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Tocogest is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Tocogest Benefits & Uses
Tocogest Dosage & How to Take
Tocogest Side Effects
Tocogest Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Tocogest with Other Drugs
Tocogest Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Tocogest
Tocogest Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Tocogest Benefits & Uses

Tocogest is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Premature Labor

Other Benefits

Peripheral Vascular Disease
Raynaud's Phenomenon

Tocogest 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: Premature Labor Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Tocogest Related Warnings

Is the use of Tocogest safe for pregnant women?

Tocogest may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Tocogest again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Tocogest safe during breastfeeding?

Tocogest has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Tocogest on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Tocogest on kidney, information on safety of Tocogest for kidney is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Tocogest on the Liver?

Information about safety of Tocogest for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Tocogest on the Heart?

Tocogest may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Tocogest with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Tizanidine

Moderate

Tocogest Contraindications

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

Bleeding
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Tocogest

Is this Tocogest habit forming or addictive?

Tocogest does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Tocogest can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Tocogest is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

Tocogest is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Tocogest Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tocogest

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Tocogest together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Tocogest

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

Unknown