LUPIGEST SR 300MG TABLET

Uses and Benefits of LUPIGEST SR 300MG TABLET (PROGESTERONE NATURAL MICRONIZED 300 MG)

This medicine contains natural micronized progesterone, a hormone essential for regulating the menstrual cycle and supporting pregnancy.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Irregular or absent periods due to low progesterone
• Support of the uterus lining during hormone replacement therapy
• Threatened or recurrent early pregnancy loss
• Support in infertility treatment cycles
• Premenstrual symptoms in some cases

HOW IT WORKS

• It replaces or supplements the natural progesterone hormone in the body
• It helps prepare and maintain the uterus lining for pregnancy
• It balances the effect of estrogen on the uterus, protecting it from overgrowth

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• It is not a contraceptive or used to prevent pregnancy
• It is not used to treat infections
• It is not a painkiller and does not treat period pain directly
• It is not for use in men or for unrelated hormonal conditions without doctor advice

Side Effects of LUPIGEST SR 300MG TABLET (PROGESTERONE NATURAL MICRONIZED 300 MG)

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Drowsiness or dizziness
• Breast tenderness
• Bloating
• Headache
• Mood changes

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Nausea
• Vaginal discharge or irritation (if used vaginally)
• Irregular spotting
• Fatigue
• Changes in appetite

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Sudden chest pain or difficulty breathing
• Severe headache, vision changes, or slurred speech
• Swelling or pain in one leg (possible blood clot)
• Yellowing of skin or eyes
• Severe allergic reaction with rash, swelling, or breathlessness

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

How to Use LUPIGEST SR 300MG TABLET (PROGESTERONE NATURAL MICRONIZED 300 MG)

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually at bedtime due to drowsiness
• Swallow the capsule whole with water; do not chew
• If prescribed for vaginal use, follow the doctor's specific instructions
• Do not increase or stop the dose on your own
• Take at the same time each day for best results

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember on the same day
• If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one
• Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one
• Contact your doctor if you miss doses frequently, especially during pregnancy support treatment

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep in the original packaging until use
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Safety Information and Precautions for LUPIGEST SR 300MG TABLET (PROGESTERONE NATURAL MICRONIZED 300 MG)

This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription in India.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Have unexplained vaginal bleeding
• Have known or suspected breast or genital cancer
• Have severe liver disease
• Have a history of blood clots, stroke, or heart attack
• Are allergic to progesterone or peanut oil (used in some capsules)

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have diabetes, migraine, asthma, epilepsy, or kidney disease
• Have depression or mood disorders
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Have a history of blood clotting problems
• Are taking other hormone medicines

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other hormone therapies or contraceptives
• Blood thinners such as warfarin
• Medicines for seizures like phenytoin or carbamazepine
• Certain antibiotics and antifungal medicines
• Sedatives, as progesterone can increase drowsiness

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can this medicine be used during pregnancy?

Yes, it is often prescribed to support early pregnancy, but only under a doctor's supervision.

Will this medicine make me sleepy?

Yes, drowsiness is common, so it is often taken at night and driving should be avoided if you feel sleepy.

How long does treatment usually last?

• Duration depends on the condition being treated and should be decided by your doctor.
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