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Important Information For Your Reference

Common side effects include: abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, breast tenderness. For a full list of information
Side Effects:
Many side effects require minimal medical assistance and fades as the body responds to the medicine. Speak to the doctor if they continue or if you are particularly worried.
Headaches, breast discomfort, abnormal menstrual bleeding or spotting, stomach cramps or bloating, nausea, vomiting, and hair loss are the most frequent negative effects to this medicine. Breast lumps, abnormal vaginal bleeding, dizziness and faintness, extreme headaches, chest pain, shortness of breath, pain in the legs, etc. are some of the warning signs and symptoms that require urgent medical assistance.
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Do not take this if you are allergic to the medicine or its composition. If you're unsure, check with us or your doctor.
Severe allergic reactions such as severe rash, severe itchiness and fever, swollen throat, face, eyelids or lips can happen. Stop taking this medication and speak to your doctor immediately if you experience these symptoms. This reaction may start soon after you first take the medicine, or it might start later.
Other important information for pregnant women/children/elderly users, please

Alcohol Warning (Not Advisable)
It is not advisable to consume alcohol with Progynova 1mg Tablet 28s as research has found that the combination may increase the risk of breast cancer. Alcohol may increase the estrogen levels and thus, the extra estrogen and the synthetic Progynova 1mg Tablet 28s resulted in too much estrogen.

Pregnancy Warning (Not Safe - High Risk)
Progynova 1mg Tablet 28s is contraindicated in pregnancy and thus the treatment should be withdrawn as soon as pregnancy is diagnosed.

Breastfeeding Warning (Not Advisable)
Progynova 1mg Tablet 28s should not be used during breastfeeding.

Driving Warning (Generally Safe)
Progynova 1mg Tablet 28s usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

Kidney Warning (Use With Care)
In patients with renal dysfunction, they should be closely observed when using Progynova 1mg Tablet 28s as it may cause fluid retention.

Liver Warning (Use With Care)
It is recommended to avoid using Progynova 1mg Tablet 28s in patients with liver disease. If required, it should not be given during acute illness and need to be administered preferably through the transdermal route. This route bypasses the liver and thus, will not interfere with the hepatic enzymes and proteins produced in the liver.

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Recommended dosage: Adult: Take as directed by your doctor's instruction. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you need further instructions. Not recommended for children.

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Product Overview

Introduction of Progynova 1mg Tablet 28s

Progynova 1mg Tablet should be taken with water. It may be taken with or without meals, but for best results, take it at the same time every day. Your doctor will determine the dosage and duration so that you receive the proper amount to manage your symptoms. If you forget to take a dosage, do so as soon as you recall. Do not miss any doses and complete the whole treatment duration. This medicine's potency may be harmed if the therapy is suddenly discontinued without contacting your doctor. Headaches, breast soreness, irregular vaginal bleeding or spotting, stomach cramps or bloating, nausea, vomiting, and hair loss are the most prevalent adverse effects. Breast lumps, irregular vaginal bleeding, dizziness and faintness, severe headaches, chest discomfort, shortness of breath, leg pains, and so on are some of the warning signs and symptoms that need prompt medical treatment. It is critical to inform your doctor if you are now taking or have recently taken any other medications for the same or different disorders. If you have a history of unexplained vaginal bleeding or have ever had a blood clot in your legs or lungs, you should see a doctor. Before using this medication, notify your doctor if you are pregnant or nursing. Your doctor may recommend various diagnostic or laboratory tests to determine the medicine's effectiveness and adverse effects on your body.

How To Use Progynova 1mg Tablet 28s

This medicine is for oral use only. Swallow this medication as a whole with water. Do not chew, crush or break it. It is better to take this medication at a fixed time each day if it is indicated for everyday use.

Brands

Bayer

Active Ingredient

oestradiol

Manufactured by

Bayer Co. (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd

Side Effects

As with all medications, you may experience some side effects. Not everyone experiences it. This is not a cause for concern. However, it is so that you are aware of it.

Many side effects require minimal medical assistance and fades as the body responds to the medicine. Speak to the doctor if they continue or if you are particularly worried.

Headaches, breast discomfort, abnormal menstrual bleeding or spotting, stomach cramps or bloating, nausea, vomiting, and hair loss are the most frequent negative effects to this medicine. Breast lumps, abnormal vaginal bleeding, dizziness and faintness, extreme headaches, chest pain, shortness of breath, pain in the legs, etc. are some of the warning signs and symptoms that require urgent medical assistance.

Risk of breast, endometrial or ovarian cancers, Breakthrough bleeding and spotting, Dementia, Heart attack, Stroke, Deep vein thrombosis, Gallbladder disease, Gynecomastia, Hypertension, Increase cholesterol level, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea

Warning Precautions

Alcohol Warning (Not Advisable)

It is not advisable to consume alcohol with Progynova 1mg Tablet 28s as research has found that the combination may increase the risk of breast cancer. Alcohol may increase the estrogen levels and thus, the extra estrogen and the synthetic Progynova 1mg Tablet 28s resulted in too much estrogen.

Pregnancy Warning (Not Safe - High Risk)

Progynova 1mg Tablet 28s is contraindicated in pregnancy and thus the treatment should be withdrawn as soon as pregnancy is diagnosed.

Breastfeeding Warning (Not Advisable)

Progynova 1mg Tablet 28s should not be used during breastfeeding.

Driving Warning (Generally Safe)

Progynova 1mg Tablet 28s usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

Kidney Warning (Use With Care)

In patients with renal dysfunction, they should be closely observed when using Progynova 1mg Tablet 28s as it may cause fluid retention.

Liver Warning (Use With Care)

It is recommended to avoid using Progynova 1mg Tablet 28s in patients with liver disease. If required, it should not be given during acute illness and need to be administered preferably through the transdermal route. This route bypasses the liver and thus, will not interfere with the hepatic enzymes and proteins produced in the liver.

Quick Tips

Taking it daily at the fixed schedule makes you remember to take it.
Tell your doctor if you notice any irregular menstrual bleeding or spotting, unusual vaginal discharge or vaginal pain when taking Progynova 1mg Tablet.
Have routine breast examinations.
Quit taking this drug and alert the doctor promptly if you experience unexplained swelling and discomfort in your muscles, shortness of breath, chest pressure, or vision shifts.
This may be signs of a clot in a vein.

References

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2. Masters SB. Hypothalmic & Pituitary Hormones. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 701-702.

3. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 500-501.

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5. Estradiol. Rockaway, New Jersey: Warner Chilcot; 2009. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online)

6. Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-S198. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online)

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