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Edogest 10mg Tablet CR is a product of H & Care Incorp
Composition: Medroxyprogesterone acetate (10mg)

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All Details About Edogest 10mg Tablet CR

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Edogest 10mg Tablet CR

Description:

Edogest 10mg Tablet CR is similar to the progesterone hormone naturally produced by the body. It helps regulate abnormal uterine bleeding, induces withdrawal bleeding in cases of amenorrhea (the absence of menstrual periods), and may also be used to treat endometriosis.

Edogest 10mg Tablet CR should be taken as your doctor's advice. Your doctor will decide how much you need to take and for how much time. You may take it with or without food, but better to take it at a fixed time. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.


The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, abdominal pain, breast pain, nausea and vomiting, hair loss, and vaginal infection. If any of these bother you, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. It may also cause irregular periods, bleeding, or spotting in between menstrual periods. Let your doctor know if this occurs frequently.


Earlier taking this medicine, you must let your doctor know if you have had any problems like bleeding or have a history of blood clots, stroke, heart attack, liver problems, or bleeding problems. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking, as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should not take this medicine. Do not take Edogest 10mg Tablet CR if you currently have or have had cancer.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Edogest 10mg Tablet CR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Edogest

  • Headache
  • Abdominal pain
  • Breast pain
  • Irregular vaginal bleeding
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Hair loss
  • Edema (swelling)
  • Vaginal yeast infection

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Edogest 10mg Tablet CR. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Edogest 10mg Tablet CR is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Perceivek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Edogest 10mg Tablet CR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Edogest 10mg Tablet CR alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Edogest 10mg Tablet CR should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Edogest 10mg Tablet CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
UNSAFE
Edogest 10mg Tablet CR is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

How does Edogest 10mg Tablet CR work? What is it used for?

Edogest 10mg Tablet CR works similarly to the progesterone hormone naturally produced by the body. It helps in regulating the periods, stopping irregular bleeding, and controlling the withdrawal bleeding in case of amenorrhea (unusual stopping of menstrual periods). It is also used to prevent endometrial hyperplasia (thickening of the lining of the uterus).

When and how to take Edogest 10mg Tablet CR?

Take it strictly as advised by your doctor. The number of doses and the duration will depend on the medical problem you are being treated for. You can take it with or without food, preferably at the same time each day to ensure consistent levels of medicine in your body.<br>

What are the common side effects which I can experience while taking Edogest 10mg Tablet CR?

The common side effects of Edogest 10mg Tablet CR include headache, nausea (feeling sick), weight gain, breast pain, and unusual vaginal bleeding or spotting. Do not worry, most of these symptoms are temporary. However, if they persist, check with your doctor as soon as possible.

Is Edogest 10mg Tablet CR a contraceptive?

No, Edogest 10mg Tablet CR is not a contraceptive. You should use an effective form of birth control to prevent pregnancy. If you think you have become pregnant while using the medicine, tell your doctor right away to avoid any harm to the baby.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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