Safegest-DSR Tablet is used for the treatment of female infertility. It is a man-made version of the natural female sex hormone progesterone and helps in the production and development of healthy eggs.
Safegest-DSR Tablet can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablets whole with a glass of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.
Common side effects of this medicine include acne, facial hair growth, oily skin, hair loss and, occasionally deepening of the voice.. If these bother you, or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. You should stop taking it if you become pregnant.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, if you have ever had any problems with your blood circulation or have diabetes or stroke. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.
Safegest-DSR Tablet 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. 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.
Side effects of Safegest D Tablet 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 Safegest D
Hair loss
Oily skin
Abnormal facial hair
Acne
Voice change
How to use Safegest D Tablet 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. Safegest-DSR Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Safegest D Tablet SR works
Safegest-DSR Tablet is a hormonal medication. It gets converted into sex hormones in the body which are essential for the production and development of healthy eggs. Thus, it helps treat female infertility.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Safegest-DSR Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Safegest-DSR Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Safegest-DSR Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Safegest-DSR Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Safegest-DSR Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Safegest-DSR Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Safegest D Tablet SR?
If you miss a dose of Safegest-DSR Tablet, 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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Infertility problem. Taking treatment since may13. Did all test, iui, laparoscopy. said it's unexplained infertility.
Dr. Megha Tuli
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Hi PATIENT to 1mgd0ctors. Dorry to hear about your problem. Unexplained infertility is rising rapidly these days due to the high stress levels in our lives. I would suggest you continue taking treatment and I'm sure you will get a good news soon. All the best. Let me know if i can assist you in any way.
Q. Can Safegest-DSR Tablet be taken while I am pregnant?
No, you should not take Safegest-DSR Tablet if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine as it can affect the fetus in the womb.
Q. Is Safegest-DSR Tablet used in assisted reproduction or patients with infertility?
Yes, Safegest-DSR Tablet can be used in patients of infertility to assist in in vitro fertilization (IVF). It serves as precursors of male and female sex hormones (testosterone and estrogen, respectively). The use of Safegest-DSR Tablet can be helpful in women with diminished ovarian functionality (lower count or quality of the eggs).
Q. Can Safegest-DSR Tablet be used to improve bone strength in osteoporosis?
Safegest-DSR Tablet has been shown to improve bone density and prevent osteoporosis. Hence, it can be useful in cases of osteoporosis, particularly in post-menopausal women. Do not start taking this medication for improving bone health. Contact your doctor first who will evaluate your condition before starting this medication.
Q. What is Micronization of Safegest-DSR Tablet? Does it have any advantages?
Micronization of a particular substance means transforming the compound into very small particles by various methods. On Micronization, the particle size gets smaller which helps in easy dissolution of the medication. This helps in faster and complete absorption of Safegest-DSR Tablet. As a result of Micronization the effectiveness of the medication increases.
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