Egolix 200 Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

All Details About Egolix 200 Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Egolix 200 Tablet

Description:

Egolix 200 Tablet is a prescription medicine used to manage moderate to severe pain caused by endometriosis. It works by inhibiting hormone levels that affect the growth of endometrial tissue. By reducing these hormone levels, Egolix 200 Tablet helps provide relief from pain and discomfort associated with the condition.

To get the best results from Egolix 200 Tablet, take it exactly as prescribed. Try to take it at the same time each day, with or without food. Do not skip doses, as this may reduce its effectiveness. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, but do not take extra to make up for a missed dose.

Ordinary side effects of Egolix 200 Tablet include night sweats, headaches, nausea, insomnia, anxiety, and mood changes. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, discuss them with your doctor. They may be able to provide supportive treatments or adjust your dosage.

Do not use it if you are pregnant, have osteoporosis, or have severe liver disease, as it may cause bone loss that might not fully reverse. Some users may experience mood changes, depression, or suicidal thoughts, so it is important to monitor mental health and seek help if needed. It can also affect menstrual cycles, making pregnancy harder to detect, so non-hormonal contraception is recommended during treatment and for one week after stopping the medication.

Uses:

For management of moderate to severe pain associated with Endometriosis

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. Egolix 200 Tablet 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 Egolix

Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Night sweats
Headache
Nausea
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Totalness of menstrual periods
Apprehension
Joint pain
Mood changes
Depression

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Egolix 200 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Egolix 200 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Egolix 200 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Egolix 200 Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Egolix 200 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Egolix 200 Tablet is recommended.

Liver

CAUTION

Egolix 200 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Egolix 200 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

Can I stop taking Egolix 200 Tablet if my symptoms improve?

No, you should not stop taking Egolix 200 Tablet suddenly without consulting your doctor. Stopping too soon may cause symptoms to return quickly. Forever follow your doctor’s advice on duration.

Does Egolix 200 Tablet interact with birth control pills?

Hormonal birth control, especially those containing estrogen, may reduce the effectiveness of Egolix 200 Tablet. Non-hormonal contraception (like condoms or copper IUDs) is recommended.

What happens if I take Egolix 200 Tablet longer than recommended?

Long-term use may increase bone density loss, which might not be fully reversible. Follow the prescribed duration to reduce this risk.

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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