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Description
Naturogest 8 % Gel has a similar action to the female hormone (chemical messenger) progesterone. It is used to treat various problems related to hormonal imbalance in the body, such as secondary amenorrhea (absence of three or more periods in a row) and infertility in women.
Naturogest 8 % Gel has some side effects like stomach pain and discomfort, drowsiness, breast pain and tenderness, vaginal irritation, etc. These side effects are mild and may subside by themselves. However, consult your doctor if they bother you for a longer time or worsen.
Naturogest 8 % Gel should be used as instructed by your doctor. Avoid using more than the recommended dose. Use it every day at the same time for the ease of remembering. Your doctor may recommend that you continue using this medicine for a certain time after you get pregnant, as it will help to support your new pregnancy.
Naturogest 8 % Gel is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. 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. Naturogest 8 % Gel is not indicated for use in children. This medicine may be used during pregnancy upon your doctor's recommendation.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Naturogest 8 % Gel
Crinone 8 % Gel
Serum Institute Of India Ltd.
Dubagest 8 % Gel
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Prostagen 8 % Gel
Unichem Laboratories Ltd.
Susten 8 % Gel
Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Naturogest 8 % Gel
Vaginal discharge
Vaginal bleeding
Vaginal itching
Rash
Vaginal irritation
Nausea
Headache
Abdominal pain and discomfort
Drowsiness
Uses of Naturogest 8 % Gel
What is it prescribed for?
Female infertility
Naturogest 8 % Gel is used to correct the levels of a female hormone (progesterone) in the body and helps to treat infertility in women. It helps support embryo implantation (a fertilized egg adheres to the wall of the uterus) and early pregnancy.
Secondary Amenorrhoea
Secondary amenorrhoea is a condition with the absence of monthly menstrual cycles (three or more periods in a row), especially in women of childbearing age, due to the lack of progesterone in the body. It may occur due to various reasons like hormone changes, stress, sudden weight loss, etc. Naturogest 8 % Gel is used to treat Secondary amenorrhoea.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for Naturogest 8 % Gel to show its effect is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The time duration for which Naturogest 8 % Gel remains active in your body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Naturogest 8 % Gel.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Naturogest 8 % Gel is recommended for use during pregnancy only upon your doctor's recommendation. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Naturogest 8 % Gel is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Allergy
Avoid using Naturogest 8 % Gel 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 using Naturogest 8 % Gel if you have abnormal vaginal bleeding that has not been diagnosed, as it may worsen your condition.
Breast cancer
Avoid using Naturogest 8 % Gel if you have or are suspected of having breast cancer. Also, inform your doctor if you have a family history of breast cancer.
Miscarriage
Avoid using Naturogest 8 % Gel if you have a missed abortion (when the foetus has died in the womb during pregnancy, however, the body has not yet recognised it and expelled from the body) or ectopic pregnancy (a fertilized egg grows outside a woman's uterus).
Heart and blood vessel disorder
Avoid using Naturogest 8 % Gel 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 using Naturogest 8 % Gel if you have liver problems due to the increased risk of liver injury.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Naturogest 8 % Gel is recommended for use during pregnancy only upon your doctor's recommendation. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
Naturogest 8 % Gel is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings
Diabetes
Naturogest 8 % Gel may alter blood sugar levels. Hence, it should be used with caution if you have diabetes (high blood sugar levels).
Other medicines
Naturogest 8 % Gel may interact with other medicines and cause undesired effects. Hence, inform your doctor about all your current medications before starting the treatment to avoid interaction. It is not recommended for use with other vaginal products, as it may alter the release and absorption of this medicine, thus reducing its effectiveness.
Fluid Retention
Oedema refers to the accumulation of fluid in the body tissues causing swelling, especially in the legs and feet. Naturogest 8 % Gel may cause fluid retention, particularly when used in high doses for a prolonged time. Hence, it should be used with caution if you have heart or kidney problems, as it may further worsen your condition.
Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose of Naturogest 8 % Gel as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Never apply more than the prescribed quantity of Naturogest 8 % Gel. Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose with this medicine is suspected.
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
Fluconazole
Disease interactions
Depression
Naturogest 8 % Gel should be used 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. Naturogest 8 % Gel 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 Naturogest 8 % Gel 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
Naturogest 8 % Gel 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.
Use Naturogest 8 % Gel in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert.
Do not use in larger or smaller quantities than recommended.
Ensure that the treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Regular follow-up visits with your doctor and breast examination are necessary during treatment with this medicine to observe the presence of lumps in the breast.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Naturogest 8 % Gel acts by maintaining the levels of progesterone hormone and creating an environment that allows a fertilized egg to adhere to the wall of the uterus (womb). This helps you to get pregnant.
It also helps in maintaining a regular menstrual cycle. This helps in treating menstrual disorders.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Progestins, Sex hormones
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 25 Feb 2022
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