Pregnistar Tablet
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Product introduction
Pregnistar Tablet is a combination of three nutritional supplements. It is used to treat hypothyroidism. It works by supplementing vitamin and other nutritional deficiencies in the body. This way it ensures proper growth and functioning of the body.
Pregnistar Tablet may be taken with or without food. It should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time.
This medicine should not be taken more than the recommended dose.
Common side effects include anxiety, vomiting, diarrhea, and palpitations. The side effects are for a short duration and are well-tolerated. However, if these side effects persist for a longer duration, please consult your doctor.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have any other health conditions. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is advised not to take alcohol after taking this medicine.
Pregnistar Tablet may be taken with or without food. It should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time.
This medicine should not be taken more than the recommended dose.
Common side effects include anxiety, vomiting, diarrhea, and palpitations. The side effects are for a short duration and are well-tolerated. However, if these side effects persist for a longer duration, please consult your doctor.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have any other health conditions. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is advised not to take alcohol after taking this medicine.
Uses of Pregnistar Tablet
Benefits of Pregnistar Tablet
In Treatment of Hypothyroidism
Pregnistar Tablet is a nutritional supplement that is used along with other medicines to treat hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism is a condition when your body does not produce enough thyroxine (thyroid hormone). Some symptoms of hypothyroidism include tiredness, weight gain, and muscle aches. Pregnistar Tablet raises your hormone level to the right amount and helps you get rid of these symptoms. This helps you lead a better quality life.
Side effects of Pregnistar Tablet
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 Pregnistar
- Anxiety
- Vomiting
- Palpitations
- Diarrhea
- Nervousness
- Weight loss
- Tremors
How to use Pregnistar Tablet
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. Pregnistar Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How Pregnistar Tablet works
Pregnistar Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Nicotinamide, Thyroxine and Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine). Thyroxine is a synthetic version of a hormone produced by the thyroid gland. It works by replacing the thyroid hormones that your thyroid gland cannot produce. This relieves the symptoms of hypothyroidism (tiredness, weight gain, and depression). Nicotinamide and Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) provide essential nutrients.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Pregnistar Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Pregnistar Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Pregnistar 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
SAFE
Pregnistar Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Pregnistar Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Pregnistar Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Pregnistar Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Pregnistar Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Pregnistar Tablet to improve the level of thyroid hormone.
- It should be taken on an empty stomach (ideally, first thing in the morning). No food, milk, or tea should be taken 1 hour before and 2 hours after taking this medicine.
- You may see benefit of taking this medicine only after 6 to 8 weeks.
- Leave a gap of at least 4 hours before taking any antacids as it may interfere with the effect of Pregnistar Tablet.
- Get your hormone levels checked regularly and inform your doctor if you notice a significant change in your body weight. The dose may need to be adjusted.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Pregnistar Tablet
Once A Day
100%
What are you using Pregnistar Tablet for?
Others
50%
Hypothyroidis*
50%
*Hypothyroidism
FAQs
Can the use of Pregnistar Tablet cause weight loss?
Pregnistar Tablet contains thyroxine/levothyroxine and is indicated for use in patients with hypothyroidism which is usually associated with weight gain. Pregnistar Tablet may help in maintaining a normal weight of the patients but does not cause weight loss. However, weight loss could be a side effect of this medicine when taken in more than recommended doses.
What are the contraindications to the use of Pregnistar Tablet?
The use of Pregnistar Tablet is contraindicated in patients with known allergy to any of its ingredients, in patients of thyrotoxicosis (patients with very high levels of thyroid hormones) and patients with any disease of the adrenal glands.
Can I stop taking Pregnistar Tablet if my symptoms are relieved?
Take Pregnistar Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor. Get your thyroid function tests regularly and consult your doctor before making any changes in the dose of your medicine.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Pregnistar Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the container or pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it as mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children, and other people.
What is the benefit of combining vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) and Nicotinamide with thyroxine?
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) is essential for the utilization of iodine needed for the synthesis of Thyroxine hormone. Nicotinamide is needed to keep all the body cell's active including those of our glands. Together, they have a beneficial effect on the thyroid gland.
Which drugs should preferably be avoided with Pregnistar Tablet?
There are many drugs which should preferably be avoided along with Pregnistar Tablet as it contains Thyroxine. The various drugs include antacids, iron, sucralfate, cholestyramine, proton pump inhibitors, carbamazepine, phenobarbital, and phenytoin. These drugs can lower the levels of thyroxine. Inform your doctor if you are taking any of these medicines. Your doctor may adjust your dose.
What is the best time to take Pregnistar Tablet?
It is best to take Pregnistar Tablet on an empty stomach (ideally, first thing in the morning before breakfast) as it contains Thyroxine / Levothyroxine. No tea/coffee, food or milk should be taken 1 hour before and 2 hours after taking this medicine as it affects the absorption of Thyroxine / Levothyroxine. For those who cannot take it empty stomach, can take it with breakfast but this could cause fluctuation in the TSH levels.
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Country of origin: India
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