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Propeg 100 mg Injection
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Propeg 100 mg Injection

Manufactured byUnimarck Healthcare Ltd.
ContainsMedroxyprogesterone
Description
Propeg 100 mg Injection is a type of female hormone with similar action to the naturally-occurring progesterone (a chemical substance produced by the ovaries in women, which helps regulate the menstrual cycle). It is used for the treatment of menstrual disorders such as heavy, irregular, and prolonged periods. This medicine works by correcting the hormonal imbalance in the body. Propeg 100 mg Injection shows side effects like headache, nausea, stomach pain, vaginal spotting, dizziness, and breast tenderness. Inform your doctor if any of these side effects worsen or persist for a long time. Propeg 100 mg Injection is administered into your vein by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic. Avoid using this medicine without consulting your doctor. Propeg 100 mg Injection is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have any kidney problems, diabetes, or any other medical conditions. Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. This medicine may not be safe for breastfeeding mothers; nevertheless, consult your doctor before taking this medicine while breastfeeding.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Propeg 100 mg Injection

  • Weight gain
  • Depression
  • Hot flashes
  • Joint pain
  • Breast pain and tenderness
  • Loss of vision or blurred vision
  • Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
  • White vaginal discharge
  • Shortness of breath
  • Hair loss
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea and Vomiting

Uses of Propeg 100 mg Injection

What is it prescribed for?

  • Endometriosis
  • Contraception
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time required for Propeg 100 mg Injection to show its action is clinically unknown.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The time for which Propeg 100 mg Injection remains active in your body is clinically unknown.
  • 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 Propeg 100 mg Injection.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Propeg 100 mg Injection is not recommended for use if you are pregnant, as it can cause hormonal changes and affect your pregnancy.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Propeg 100 mg Injection is not recommended during breastfeeding as it may affect your infant. Since this medicine is passed into breastmilk, your doctor may advise you to wait at least 6 weeks after your baby has been born before you start using this medicine. If you are a nursing mother, consult your doctor for a safer alternative.

Allergy

Avoid taking Propeg 100 mg Injection if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of serious allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.

Pregnancy

Propeg 100 mg Injection should not be taken if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy as it may increase the risk of serious side effects on both mother and baby.

Breast cancer

Breast cancer is a condition in women where the cells grow abnormally and form a lump. Propeg 100 mg Injection is not recommended if you have breast cancer as it may worsen your condition.

Liver Disease

Propeg 100 mg Injection is not recommended if you have severe liver problems or liver tumours. The exact reason why this medicine causes liver injury is not known; however, it is believed that high doses or prolonged use of this medicine may increase your liver enzymes and can affect liver function. Thus, it may worsen your condition.

Undiagnosed vaginal bleeding

Propeg 100 mg Injection is not recommended for use if you have an abnormal vaginal bleeding episode that has not been diagnosed by a doctor. If you have any menstrual abnormalities, consult your doctor first before taking this medicine.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Propeg 100 mg Injection is not recommended for use if you are pregnant, as it can cause hormonal changes and affect your pregnancy.

Breast-feeding

Propeg 100 mg Injection is not recommended during breastfeeding as it may affect your infant. Since this medicine is passed into breastmilk, your doctor may advise you to wait at least 6 weeks after your baby has been born before you start using this medicine. If you are a nursing mother, consult your doctor for a safer alternative.
General warnings

Other medicines

Propeg 100 mg Injection may potentially interact with a large number of other medicines that you might possibly consume. Hence, it is advised to report the use of all other medicines including supplements and herbs to your doctor.

Diabetes

Diabetes is a condition in which there is an increase in blood sugar levels. Propeg 100 mg Injection may interfere with your blood sugar control.

Hyperlipidemia

Hyperlipidemia is increased fat levels in your blood. Propeg 100 mg Injection should be used with extreme caution if you are diagnosed with hyperlipidemia as it may increase the fat deposits and worsen your condition.

Weight Gain

Propeg 100 mg Injection may lead to weight gain, especially when you take it for a long time.

Missed Dose

If an Propeg 100 mg Injection schedule is missed, inform your doctor immediately. Your doctor will give you further instructions about the changed dosing schedule.

Overdose

Since Propeg 100 mg Injection is usually administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be provided if your doctor suspects an overdose of this medicine.
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

Griseofulvin

Ketoconazole

Insulin

Protease inhibiors

Disease interactions

Depression

Propeg 100 mg InjectionDepression is a mood disorder that causes feelings of sadness, anger, and a loss of interest in all activities. Propeg 100 mg Injection should be used with caution if you are diagnosed with depression or other mental health conditions as it may cause hallucinations, aggressiveness, mood swings, suicidal thoughts and other behavioural changes.

Thromboembolism

Thromboembolism is a condition in which a blood clot gets dislodged from another location in the circulation and causes obstruction in the blood flow. Propeg 100 mg Injection when used in high doses, increases your risk for thromboembolism.

Retinal thrombosis

Retinal thrombosis is an eye condition where there is the formation of a blood clot in the vein. It is a painless condition that causes blurring of vision or loss of eyesight. This risk is especially high if you have a history of vision problems or have active vision problems while using Propeg 100 mg Injection.

Fluid Retention and oedema

Propeg 100 mg Injection can cause fluid retention and oedema(collection of fluid underneath your skin) especially when used for a long period.

Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a bone disorder in which your bones become weak and fragile. Propeg 100 mg Injection can increase the risk of bone fractures, especially if you have osteoporosis.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions

Blood coagulation tests

Blood coagulation tests are done to check the function of certain proteins in your blood. These proteins help your blood to clot after injury. Inform your doctor about Propeg 100 mg Injection before going for this test as it may interfere with the test results.

Thyroid function tests

Thyroid function tests are blood tests done to measure the functioning of your thyroid gland. Propeg 100 mg Injection is known to give a false-positive result for thyroid function tests. Hence, inform the lab technician or doctor about its use.
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.
Propeg 100 mg Injection should be given under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional to avoid side effects such as injection site pain. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Propeg 100 mg Injection works by imitating the effect of progesterone (female hormone) in your body. It helps in regulating the growth and shedding of the uterine lining (which happens in the normal menstrual cycle), thereby treating irregular periods.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Contraceptives, Progestins, Hormones

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 23 Mar 2023

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