In Hormone replacement therapy Hormone Placement Therapy (HRT) is a treatment to relieve symptoms of menopause such as hot flushes, night sweats, mood swings, vaginal dryness and reduced sex drive. Since menopause can last for several years, this treatment can make a big improvement to your daily life and mood. You should use this medicine as it is prescribed, and for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. In Female infertility Unigest SR 200 Tablet contains progesterone, a female hormone that is important in the regulation of ovulation and menstruation. It is used to cause menstrual periods in women who have not reached menopause but are not having periods due to a lack of natural progesterone in the body. Progesterone helps to prepare the uterus for pregnancy by causing the uterus lining (endometrium) to thicken. This increases the chance of a successful pregnancy. You should use the medicine as prescribed for it to be effective. You may be asked to continue with this treatment for a period after becoming pregnant.In Hormone replacement therapy Hormone Placement Therapy (HRT) is a treatment to relieve symptoms of menopause such as hot flushes, night sweats, mood swings, vaginal dryness and reduced sex drive. Since menopause can last for several years, this treatment can make a big improvement to your daily life and mood. You should use this medicine as it is prescribed, and for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. In Female infertility Unigest SR 200 Tablet contains progesterone, a female hormone that is important in the regulation of ovulation and menstruation. It is used to cause menstrual periods in women who have not reached menopause but are not having periods due to a lack of natural progesterone in the body. Progesterone helps to prepare the uterus for pregnancy by causing the uterus lining (endometrium) to thicken. This increases the chance of a successful pregnancy. You should use the medicine as prescribed for it to be effective. You may be asked to continue with this treatment for a period after becoming pregnant.
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.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.
How to 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. Unigest SR 200 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.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. Unigest SR 200 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How it works
Unigest SR 200 Tablet is a progesterone (female hormone). It works on the lining of the uterus and helps to establish and maintain pregnancy in infertile women. It helps in protecting the uterus from the negative effects of oestrogen when used for the treatment of postmenopausal symptoms.Unigest SR 200 Tablet is a progesterone (female hormone). It works on the lining of the uterus and helps to establish and maintain pregnancy in infertile women. It helps in protecting the uterus from the negative effects of oestrogen when used for the treatment of postmenopausal symptoms.
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Unigest SR 200 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Unigest SR 200 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Unigest SR 200 Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Unigest SR 200 Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Unigest SR 200 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Unigest SR 200 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE - Unigest SR 200 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.UNSAFE - Unigest SR 200 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 information available on the use of Unigest SR 200 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - There is limited information available on the use of Unigest SR 200 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - There is limited information available on the use of Unigest SR 200 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor. Use of Unigest SR 200 Tablet is however not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - There is limited information available on the use of Unigest SR 200 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor. Use of Unigest SR 200 Tablet is however not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Are both Unigest & Chemogest medicines exactly the same?
Yes, both medicines have the same salt composition, dosage, and effectiveness. They work the same way in your body. The only difference is the brand — and Chemogest option is much more affordable without compromising on quality
Can Unigest SR 200 Tablet be taken daily?
Yes, Unigest SR 200 Tablet can be taken daily, typically once in the evening or at bedtime. The duration of use can vary from 10-25 days a month, as advised by your doctor based on your health condition.
Does Unigest SR 200 Tablet lead to weight gain?
Yes, Unigest SR 200 Tablet may cause weight gain, often due to water retention. If weight gain is concerning, consult your doctor. The risk is generally lower when taken with estrogen as a combined pill, but do not start hormonal therapy without consulting your doctor.
What is the role of progesterone in fertility and pregnancy?
Progesterone is essential for fertility as it prepares and maintains the uterus for pregnancy. Unigest SR 200 Tablet, a form of progesterone, is prescribed to support the uterus during infertility treatments and to prevent miscarriages and premature labor.
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