Dubagest 8% Gel 1.3Gm
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Introduction About DUBAGEST 8% GEL
DUBAGEST 8% GEL contains Progesterone which belongs to the group of medicines called Steroid hormones. It is used to provide extra progesterone to manage infertility due to imbalance of progesterone levels during the menstrual cycle or when you are having an assisted fertility procedure.
DUBAGEST 8% GEL is not recommended for use in patients with unusual vaginal bleeding, known or suspected cancer of the breast or genital organs, blood clots or porphyria disorder and missed abortion (intrauterine death of the embryo or fetus).
Before using DUBAGEST 8% GEL, inform your doctor if you have liver, heart or kidney problems, fits, asthma, migraine, diabetes or depression.
Prior to management with DUBAGEST 8% GEL, your doctor might do a smear test and check your breasts and pelvic area. During your management, your doctor will check for any problems with your womb or any signs of blood clots in your blood vessels.
It is usually not recommended for use during pregnancy, but your doctor might give it to you to support your new pregnancy and it is not recommended for use in breast-feeding women, children and adolescents (below 18 years of age).
The most common side effect of using DUBAGEST 8% GEL is breast tenderness. Consult your doctor if the side effect worsens.
Uses Of DUBAGEST 8% GEL
- Manage female infertility
How DUBAGEST 8% GEL Works
DUBAGEST 8% GEL helps you to become pregnant and to stay pregnant by increasing uterine wall receptivity for implantation of an embryo and maintaining the pregnancy after an embryo is implanted.
How to use DUBAGEST 8% GEL
Use DUBAGEST 8% GEL as advised by your physician. It is for vaginal use only. Before applying the gel wash the genital area. Get the applicator ready and then lean back or lie down with your knees bent and spread apart. Carefully insert the applicator well into your vagina, until your hand touches your body and gently press the air tank at the thick end of the applicator firmly to deliver the gel into your vagina. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of management for you depending upon the condition.
Side Effects Of DUBAGEST 8% GEL
Common
- breast tenderness
Rare
Stop using DUBAGEST 8% GEL and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- allergic reaction (itchy skin rash)
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
DUBAGEST 8% GEL is generally not recommended for use during pregnancy but your doctor may advice you to continue using it to support your new pregnancy (in case of corpus luteum deficiency and it can be used during the first month of pregnancy). Consult your doctor before using it.
Breastfeeding
DUBAGEST 8% GEL is not recommended for use during breast-feeding. Consult your doctor before using it.
Driving and Using Machines
DUBAGEST 8% GEL does not affect your ability to drive or use any machines.
Kidney
DUBAGEST 8% GEL should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Consult your doctor before using it.
Liver
DUBAGEST 8% GEL should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Consult your doctor before using it.
Allergy
Do not use DUBAGEST 8% GEL if you are allergic to Progesterone or any other ingredients of this medicine.
Lungs
DUBAGEST 8% GEL should be used with caution in patients with asthma. Consult your doctor before using it.
Heart Disease
DUBAGEST 8% GEL should be used with caution in patients with heart problems. Consult your doctor before using it.
Others
DUBAGEST 8% GEL is not recommended for use if you have:
- unexplained vaginal bleeding
- known or suspected cancer of the breast or genital organs
- blood clot due to swollen veins (thrombophlebitis)
- blocked blood vessel (thromboembolic disorder) or stroke
- porphyria disorder (inherited blood disorder)
- missed abortion (intrauterine death of the embryo or fetus)
Before using DUBAGEST 8% GEL, inform your doctor if you:
- have diabetes (high blood sugar)
- often get migraine
- have fits
- ever had depression
Use in pediatrics:
DUBAGEST 8% GEL is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (under 18 years of age). Consult child’s doctor for advice.
Use in geriatrics:
Safety and effectiveness of DUBAGEST 8% GEL use in elderly patients (over 65 years of age) have not been established. Consult your doctor for advice.
Interactions
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Before using DUBAGEST 8% GEL, inform your doctor if you are taking, have taken or might take any other medicines including prescription, non-prescription or any herbal medicine. Do not use any other vaginal preparation with this medicine.
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally use too much of DUBAGEST 8% GEL, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.
Synopsis
| Drug | : |
Progesterone |
| Pharmacological Category | : |
Progestins (female hormones) |
| Therapeutic Indication | : |
Female infertility |
| Dosage Forms | : |
Tablet, Softgel Capsule, Pessaries, Injection, Vaginal Gel, Vaginal spray |
More Information
- Keep DUBAGEST 8% GEL out of reach of children
- Store at room temperature
FAQs About DUBAGEST 8% GEL
Can DUBAGEST 8% GEL be used in adolescents?
No, DUBAGEST 8% GEL is used for adults and not recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years of age) due to lack of safety and effectiveness.
What if I forget to use a dose of DUBAGEST 8% GEL?
If you forget to use a dose of DUBAGEST 8% GEL, use it as soon as you remember. However, omit the missed dose if it is almost time for the next one. Do not use it two times to make up for the forgotten dose.
Can DUBAGEST 8% GEL delay periods?
Yes, DUBAGEST 8% GEL can delay periods in some individuals. Your doctor might perform a pregnancy test to assess the use of this medicine further. Consult your doctor before using DUBAGEST 8% GEL.
Can DUBAGEST 8% GEL be stopped using on my own?
Continue using DUBAGEST 8% GEL until your doctor tells you to stop, unless you experience any unwanted effects, worsening of your condition or any new symptoms. Consult your doctor in case of any unusual effects.
What precautions do I need to follow while using DUBAGEST 8% GEL?
Patients using DUBAGEST 8% GEL must inform their doctor about their pre-existing conditions like unusual vaginal bleeding, miscarriage with suspected tissue still in the womb, known or suspected cancer of the breast or genital organs, blood clots or porphyria disorder (inherited blood disorder), any liver, heart or kidney problems, fits, asthma, diabetes or depression. Patients should also inform if they are pregnant, breast-feeding or allergic to any medicine. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual effects.
References
1. KD. Tripathi. Estrogens, Progestins, and Contraceptives. Essentials of Medical Pharmacology. Eighth edition. 2013. Page – 340.
2. Walter Ciampaglia, Graciela E Cognigni. Clinical Use of Progesterone in Infertility and Assisted Reproduction. Obstetrics and Gynaecology. September 2015. [Accessed on 25th July 2022] https://obgyn.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/aogs.12770
3. IBSA Institut Biochimique SA. Subcutaneous Progesterone Versus Vaginal Progesterone Gel for Luteal Phase Support in Patients Undergoing In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF). NIH U.S. National Library of Medicine ClinicalTrials.gov. [Revised in January 2013] [Accessed on 25th July 2022] https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT00827983
4. Millmount Healthcare Limited. Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC). [Revised in December 2020] [Accessed on 25th July 2022] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.1283.pdf
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