Baygest
Baygest Products are primarily used for
Hormone replacement therapy, Female infertility
About Baygest Products
Uses of Baygest Products
Progesterone is used in the treatment of hormone replacement therapy and female infertility. It is also used to restore menstruation in women with secondary amenorrhea (the absence of menstrual cycles).
Baygest Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Baygest are Headache, Fatigue, Joint pain, Cough, Abnormal menstrual bleeding, Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain, Slurred speech, Pain behind eyes, Vertigo.
Severe
Side Effects of Baygest are Nausea, Sleepiness, Abdominal pain, Absence of menstrual periods, Itching, Change in body weight, Breast tenderness, Depression, Abnormal vaginal bleeding, Menstrual disorder, Edema (swelling), Changes in cervical ectropion, Changes in cervical secretion, Cholestatic jaundice, Nipple discharge, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Red spots or bumps, Acne, Hair loss, Excessive hair growth on face, Anaphylactic reaction, Fever, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping).
How Baygest Products work
Progesterone 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.
Patient Concerns about Baygest Products
Frequently asked questions about Baygest Products
Frequently asked questions about Progesterone
Q. Can you take Baygest SR 200mg Tablet every day?
Yes, Baygest SR 200mg Tablet 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.
Q. Does Baygest SR 200mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, taking Baygest SR 200mg Tablet 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 Baygest SR 200mg Tablet is taken with estrogen as a combined pill. But, do not start any hormonal therapy without consulting your doctor.
Q. 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. Baygest SR 200mg Tablet (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.