Apstron 200mg Capsule SR
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Product introduction
Apstron 200mg Capsule SR is a natural female sex hormone, progesterone. It is used to treat menstrual and pregnancy-related issues that are caused due to hormonal imbalance.
You should use Apstron 200mg Capsule SR as your doctor has advised. Do not use more or less than you have been advised and do not use it for longer than recommended. You may be asked to continue taking this medicine for a period after it is confirmed that you are pregnant.
The most common side effects include headache, feeling very tired, stomach cramps, pain or swelling in your abdomen and feeling sick. You may also feel bloated, less interested in sex and get pain or discharge in your vagina. Your doctor or nurse may be able to help you reduce or prevent side effects if they bother you or do not go away. Very occasionally people get a severe allergic reaction which needs urgent medical attention. Using this medicine may increase your risk of blood clots or breast cancer.
Apstron 200mg Capsule SR may not suit everybody, and you should tell your doctor if you have, or have had, breast cancer, unusual bleeding in the vagina or liver disease. You may be monitored more carefully if you have liver, kidney or heart problems or have diabetes or asthma. Let your doctor know your medical history to be safe. Check with your doctor about all other medicines which may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. You will probably have several tests both before and during treatment to check your womb. This medicine can alter your thinking or reactions and you may feel very tired so be careful if you drive or need to be alert. In general, alcohol is not recommended while taking this medicine.
Uses of Apstron Capsule SR
Benefits of Apstron Capsule SR
In Female infertility
Apstron 200mg Capsule SR 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.
Side effects of Apstron Capsule SR
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
Common side effects of Apstron
- Abdominal bloating
- Hot flushes
- Vaginal discharge
- Urinary incontinence
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Joint pain
- Cough
- Abnormal menstrual bleeding
- Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
- Slurred speech
- Pain behind eyes
- Vertigo
How to use Apstron Capsule SR
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. Apstron 200mg Capsule SR is to be taken empty stomach.
How Apstron Capsule SR works
Apstron 200mg Capsule SR 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Apstron 200mg Capsule SR may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Apstron 200mg Capsule SR is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Apstron 200mg Capsule SR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Apstron 200mg Capsule SR 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 Apstron 200mg Capsule SR in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Apstron 200mg Capsule SR in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Apstron Capsule SR?
If you miss a dose of Apstron 200mg Capsule SR, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Apstron 200mg Capsule SR is used in the treatment of female infertility and as a part of hormone replacement therapy.
- It regulates menstrual cycles, treats heavy bleeding, and prevents thickening of the uterus.
- It is also used to restore menstruation in women with secondary amenorrhea (the absence of menstrual cycles).
- It should be taken without food, preferably in the evening or at bedtime.
- It may cause sleepiness or drowsiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Apstron 200mg Capsule SR affects you.
- It may cause bleeding or spotting in between menstrual periods. Let your doctor know if this occurs frequently.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Progesterone Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GYNAECOLOGICAL
Action Class
Natural Progesterone
Patient concerns
FAQs
Can you take Apstron 200mg Capsule SR every day?
Yes, Apstron 200mg Capsule SR can be taken every day. It is usually prescribed to be taken once daily in the evening or at bedtime. The usual duration of prescription may vary from 10-12 days a month to 25 days a month. However, the number of days for which you will need to take this medicine in each cycle will be suggested by your doctor depending upon your health condition.
Does Apstron 200mg Capsule SR cause weight gain?
Yes, taking Apstron 200mg Capsule SR may cause weight gain. The weight gain may be due to water retention and may not be a serious sign. However, contact your doctor in case your weight gain is worrying you. The risk of weight gain is generally less if Apstron 200mg Capsule SR is taken with estrogen as a combined pill. But, do not start any hormonal therapy without consulting your doctor.
How is progesterone beneficial for fertility and pregnancy?
Progesterone is a very crucial hormone in fertility. It is the hormone secreted by the ovaries that helps prepare the uterus for pregnancy and maintain it. Apstron 200mg Capsule SR (form of progesterone) is given as a medicine in cases of infertility to support the uterus in preparing itself for the pregnancy and to prevent the abortions in some cases. It is also used to prevent premature labor.
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Country of origin: India
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