Home / Products / Lycegest 20 Tablet /

Lycegest 20 Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

Last Updated:

Lycegest 20 Tablet is a product of Lyceum Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
Composition: Dydrogesterone (20mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

₹ 800.00

Check for the Availability! Please do contact!

Info about price Limited Stock
Related Products

All Details About Lycegest 20 Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Lycegest 20 Tablet

Description:

Lycegest 20 Tablet is used to treat various conditions caused by progesterone deficiencies such as female infertility, pain during menstruation, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), endometriosis, abnormal uterine bleeding, and miscarriage. It also used a hormone replacement therapy.

Lycegest 20 Tablet will be prescribed to you depending on the condition you are being treated for. Do not self-medicate. The dose and duration of the treatment will be decided by your doctor after some investigations like blood tests, ultrasonography, etc. Forever take the medicine at the same time every day to avoid missing a dose. Swallow it whole, without breaking or chewing, preferably with a glass of water. Continue taking it for the duration advised by your doctor to get the most benefits.

However, Lycegest 20 Tablet has some side effects like headache, nausea, vaginal bleeding, and breast pain. It may also cause bleeding or spotting in between menstrual periods. Do not worry or panic. Ask your doctor about how to deal with these and what you can do to prevent them. If they still do not get better or worsen, consult your doctor on a further course of action.

You should always discuss any previous medical history like diabetes, depression, heart or liver disease, with the doctor before starting treatment with Lycegest 20 Tablet. Also, if you have been taking any other medicines regularly, make sure to notify your doctor about them too. This is because certain medicines may interfere with the working of Lycegest 20 Tablet or make it less effective. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine without discussing it with a doctor. For any other doubts, do not hesitate to approach your doctor.

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. Lycegest 20 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

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 Lycegest

  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Breast pain
  • Migraine
  • Menstrual disorder
  • Breast tenderness
  • Vaginal bleeding

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Lycegest 20 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lycegest 20 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Lycegest 20 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Lycegest 20 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Lycegest 20 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Lycegest 20 Tablet in patients with liver disease.
Employ of Lycegest 20 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

FAQs:

For how many days should Lycegest 20 Tablet be taken?

Take the medicine exactly as directed by your doctor. The dose and duration of treatment depends on why you are being prescribed Lycegest 20 Tablet and your response to the treatment. You may take it with or without food, preferably at the same time of each day.

What is Lycegest 20 Tablet used for?

Lycegest 20 Tablet is used to relieve the symptoms of endometriosis (a problem caused by growth of the womb lining outside the womb) and treat infertility due to low levels of progesterone. It also relieves painful periods, controls irregular periods (that come at the wrong time or not at all) and resolves the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Increaseitionally, it restarts periods that have stopped before the menopause (amenorrhoea) and also helps to stop or prevent unusually heavy or long periods (often due to the start of the menopause).

What are the side effects of Lycegest 20 Tablet during pregnancy?

Lycegest 20 Tablet may cause an increased risk of hypospadias which is a birth defect of the penis involving the urinary opening. This occurs in children whose mothers have taken certain progestogens. However, the chance of developing this increased risk is not yet certain. So far, there is no evidence that taking Lycegest 20 Tablet during pregnancy is harmful. Discuss with your doctor the risks and benefits of taking Lycegest 20 Tablet during pregnancy.

Is progesterone and Lycegest 20 Tablet same?

Lycegest 20 Tablet is a man-made version of progesterone, the natural female sex hormone. It is used in conditions when your body does not produce enough progesterone.

Is Lycegest 20 Tablet good to prevent a miscarriage?

Lycegest 20 Tablet is used to prevent habitual abortion (miscarriage) and possible cases of abortion that may be occurring due to lack of the hormone progesterone. If the reason behind the miscarriage is due to this deficiency, Lycegest 20 Tablet can definitely prevent a miscarriage. However, Lycegest 20 Tablet should never be taken without consulting a doctor. It is advised that you should follow the instructions of your doctor carefully to make sure it works best for you.

Who should not take Lycegest 20 Tablet?

You should not take Lycegest 20 Tablet if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to it, have a tumor that is made worse by progestins (such as meningioma) or if you have irregular or unusually heavy periods with an unknown cause.

What if I forget a dose?

If you forget to take today’s tablet and it is less than 12 hours late, take it as soon as you remember. Continue taking the next scheduled tablet at the normal time. But, if it is more than 12 hours since you should have taken your tablet, miss this tablet out and continue the medication as prescribed. Remember not to take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose. Missing a tablet may cause irregular bleeding or spotting.

Does Lycegest 20 Tablet cause breast changes?

Lycegest 20 Tablet may cause breast pain as a side effect. However, a thorough breast examination is recommended before starting treatment with Lycegest 20 Tablet. Also, if you notice any breast related changes, like, any lumps, change in fullness, breast heaviness, etc., talk to your doctor about it.

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

Disclaimer:

Getomeds primary intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is reviewed by experts, accurate, and trustworthy. The information and contents of this website are for informational purposes only. They are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please seek the advice of your doctor and discuss all of your concerns about any disease or medication. Do not disregard or postpone seeking professional medical advice because of something you read on Getomeds. Our mission is to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.