Itogest 250mg Injection contains “Hydroxyprogesterone” a progestin (female hormones) that is used in pregnant women who have delivered a baby too early (preterm) in the past. It works by modulating the immune response of pregnant women to prevent the rejection of the embryo and allow its attachment to the uterus. Itogest 250mg Injection prevents miscarriage and helps lower the risk of premature birth in pregnant women who have had a past premature delivery.

FAQs

Dose Itogest 250mg Injection causes dizziness?

Itogest 250mg Injection may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert and omit driving and operating machinery if you are feeling dizzy.

Can Itogest 250mg Injection cause weight gain?

Itogest 250mg Injection may cause weight gain. It can be due to water retention. If you feel that you are gaining a lot of weight while taking Itogest 250mg Injection, please consult your doctor.

For how long should Itogest 250mg Injection be taken?

Itogest 250mg Injection should be taken in the dose and duration as prescribed by the doctor.

What is progesterone?

Progesterone is an endogenous steroid and progestogen sex hormone secreted by the female reproductive part in the second half of the menstrual cycle for preparing the release of the egg in the uterus. It is also necessary for the implantation of the fertilized egg in the uterus, for maintaining pregnancy and in the hormonal replacement therapy in women deficient of progesterone.

What are the common side effects of Itogest 250mg Injection?

Some of the common side effects of Itogest 250mg Injection include nausea, vomiting, itching, hives (skin rashes), swelling in the face, lips, tongue or throat, diarrhoea.

In which conditions should I avoid using Itogest 250mg Injection?

You should stop using Itogest 250mg Injection and tell a doctor before using Itogest 250mg Injection if you have uncontrolled high blood pressure (hypertension), unusual vaginal bleeding, liver disease, liver cancer, jaundice during pregnancy, circulation problems or bleeding problems, stroke, blood clot problems, breast cancer, uterus/cervix/vaginal cancer.