Ultigest -SR 200 Tablet (Progesteron 200mg)

Ultigest -SR 200 Tablet

Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR has a similar action to the female hormone (chemical messenger) progesterone. It is used in the treatment of irregular menstruation caused due to an imbalance of progesterone hormone in your body. It is also used as a component in hormone replacement therapy to prevent abnormal thickening of the lining of the uterus thus, decreasing the risk of cancer.

Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR has some side effects like nausea, headache, abnormal vaginal discharge, stomach pain, dizziness, constipation, etc. These side effects are mild and may subside by themselves. Consult your doctor if they bother you for a longer time or worsen.

Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR should be used as instructed by your doctor. Do not take more than the recommended dose. Take it every day at the same time for the ease of remembering and for better results.

Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. It is not indicated for use in children. Inform your doctor if you have vaginal bleeding, kidney, liver, or heart problems, or any other medical conditions. Also, inform about all your current medications to avoid undesired effects. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medicine.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR
Algest 200 MG Tablet SR
Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Endogest 200 MG Tablet SR
Cipla Ltd.
Macgest 200 MG Tablet SR
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
Prostagen 200 MG Tablet SR
Unichem Laboratories Ltd.
Sustina P 200 MG Tablet SR
Ttk Healthcare Ltd.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR
Breast pain and tenderness
Muscle or joint pain
Headache
Dizziness
Breast lumps
Abnormal vaginal discharge
Diarrhoea
Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
Constipation
Nausea or Vomiting
Abdominal pain

Uses of Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR

What is it prescribed for?
Amenorrhoea
Amenorrhoea is a condition with the absence of a monthly menstrual cycle in women, especially of childbearing age due to the lack of progesterone in the body. It mainly occurs due to various reasons like hormone changes, stress, sudden weight loss, etc. Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR is used to treat amenorrhoea.
Endometrial hyperplasia
Endometrial hyperplasia is a condition that occurs due to a hormonal imbalance that leads to the thickening of the lining of the uterus. This condition is mainly characterised by symptoms such as heavy menstrual bleeding or intermittent bleeding between periods, not having a period, painful periods, etc. Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR is used as a component in hormone replacement therapy to prevent endometrial hyperplasia thus, decreasing the risk of cancer.

Related Product

Ultigest -SR 200 Tablet
Ultigest -SR 300 Tablet

When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid taking Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Abnormal vaginal bleeding
Avoid taking Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR if you have abnormal vaginal bleeding that has not been diagnosed, as it may worsen your condition.
Breast cancer
Avoid taking Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR if you have or are suspected of having breast cancer. Also, inform your doctor if you have a family history of breast cancer.
Heart and blood vessel disorder
Avoid taking Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR if you recently have had a stroke (brain damage due to interrupted blood supply to the brain), heart attack, or blood clot disorder, as it may worsen your condition.
Liver disease
Avoid taking Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR if you have liver problems due to the increased risk of liver injury.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before taking Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR.
Breast-feeding
Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR is not recommended for use while breastfeeding. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings
Driving or operating machines
Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Hence, avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience such symptoms.
Other medicines
Inform your doctor about all your current medicines before starting the treatment with Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR to avoid any undesired effects.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Try not to skip the scheduled dose of Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Never take more than the recommended dose. Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose with Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR is suspected.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Carbamazepine
Ketoconazole
Insulin
Phenobarbital
Disease interactions
Depression
Use Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR with caution if you have depression as it may further worsen your condition.
Retinal thrombosis
Retinal thrombosis is an eye condition that occurs due to blood clot formation in the vein in the retina (part of the eye that enables vision). It is a painless condition that causes blurring of vision or loss of eyesight, especially in one eye. Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR should be used with caution if you have eye problems, as it may cause retinal thrombosis and further worsen your condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Blood coagulation tests
Report the use of Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR to your doctor before undergoing a test to measure the coagulation (blood clot) time. The use of this medicine may interfere with the test results.
Thyroid function tests
Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR is known to give a false-positive result for thyroid function tests. Hence, inform the lab technician or your doctor about the use of this medicine before undergoing the lab test.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Follow all the instructions given by your doctor while taking Ultigest 200 MG Tablet SR.

Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller quantities than advised.

Regular follow-ups with your doctor and regular breast examination are necessary during treatment with this medicine to observe the presence of lumps in the breast.