Biogest 200mg Capsule is used to prevent premature labor in pregnant women in order to reduce the risk of giving birth too early (preterm birth). It prevents miscarriage and lower the risk of premature birth in women who have had one premature delivery in the past.

It is a progestin.

Uses of Biogest Capsule

Prevention of Premature Labor

Benefits of Biogest Capsule

In Prevention of Premature Labor

Biogest 200mg Capsule is a man-made, injectable form of the female hormone called progesterone, that helps lower the risk of delivering the baby too early (premature labor), particularly in women who have had this complication in an earlier pregnancy. Progesterone is a hormone that thickens the lining of the uterus and prepares it for the growth and development of the baby. So, it helps your uterus grow during pregnancy and also prevents any contractions that can otherwise lead to miscarriage.

Side effects of Biogest Capsule

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 Biogest

Injection site pain
Injection site swelling
Red spots or bumps

How to use Biogest Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Biogest 200mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Biogest 200mg Capsule with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Biogest 200mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Biogest 200mg Capsule is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Biogest 200mg Capsule 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

Biogest 200mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Biogest 200mg Capsule in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
This medicine contains progesterone which can cause fluid retention in patients with underlying kidney disease.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Biogest 200mg Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Biogest 200mg Capsule is used in pregnant women to help lower the risk of giving birth too early (preterm birth).
It is only given to a woman who has had a preterm delivery in the past.
It is not for use in women who are pregnant with more than one baby (twins, triplets, etc.).
It may affect blood sugar levels. Monitor your blood sugar regularly.
Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain. These could be symptoms of a serious liver problem.
Inform your doctor immediately if you have pain in the chest, groin or legs, difficulty with breathing, sudden severe headache, slurred speech, sudden unexplained shortness of breath, a sudden loss of coordination, or vision changes while using this medicine.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Gluco/Mineralocorticoids, Progestogins Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GYNAECOLOGICAL

Action Class

Progestins (First generation)

Patient concerns

How to induce labor naturally at home?

Dr. Suman Rao

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

You can try nipple stimulation

Sir I am pregnant of 30wk Complain I have abdomen pain

Dr. Asmita Kaundal

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

please see ur obstetrician in person it cld ve preterm labor pain toou might need admission in that casen no medicine vl help in such pain

Wife 35 week Pregnant, feel pain around navel at some Intervals, sometimes when food or liquid intake taken. As per consulting doctor, it's OK. Also in latest ultrasound, seen single loop of cord around neck. Would like to have second opinion on navel pain and cord around neck

Dr. Suman Rao

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

the naval pain could be because if acidity. Take antacid if it occurs frequently. Cord around the neck is nothing to be worried about at this stage, but baby's heart beat needs to be monitored during labor.

FAQs

What is Biogest 200mg Capsule and what is it used for?

Biogest 200mg Capsule is a type of female sex hormone. It helps to lower the risk of preterm delivery (early birth) in a pregnant woman, who had delivered a preterm baby in the past.

How should I take Biogest 200mg Capsule?

Biogest 200mg Capsule should be taken in the dose decided by your doctor. Your dose will depend on your exact medical condition. It can be taken with or without food. It is advisable to take Biogest 200mg Capsule at a fixed time each day to avoid the chances of missing a dose.

What if I miss a dose of Biogest 200mg Capsule?

Ideally, you should try not to miss any dose. However, if you miss a dose consult with your doctor as soon as you remember. You may consider taking the medicine at the same time or linking any particular daily activity like having food to fix a set time for medicine. You can also try pill reminders or pill boxes.

What are the side effects of using Biogest 200mg Capsule?

The common side effects of Biogest 200mg Capsule include nausea, diarrhea and hives. However, most of these side effects are not severe and resolve once your body adjusts to the medicine. If any of these side effects bother you, please consult your doctor.

Is Biogest 200mg Capsule safe?

Biogest 200mg Capsule is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

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References

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. 671-72.
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Biogest 200mg Capsule

Product introduction

Uses of Biogest Capsule

Benefits of Biogest Capsule

In Prevention of Premature Labor

Side effects of Biogest Capsule

Common side effects of Biogest

How to use Biogest Capsule

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

FAQs

What is Biogest 200mg Capsule and what is it used for?

How should I take Biogest 200mg Capsule?

What if I miss a dose of Biogest 200mg Capsule?

What are the side effects of using Biogest 200mg Capsule?

Is Biogest 200mg Capsule safe?

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