Progynova 2 Mg

Progynova 2 Mg (Estradiol)

What Is The Generic Name For Progynova 2 Mg?

Estradiol is the generic version for Progynova 2 mg

Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Progynova 2 Mg (Estradiol)?

• Estrace

About Progynova 2 Mg (Estradiol)

Progynova 2 mg contains an active ingredient, Estradiol, which is used in Hormonal Replacement therapy, Contraception and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. It has availablility at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores and can be given by doctor’s prescription only.

Manufacturer:

Zydus Cadila is one of the top leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Progynova 2 mg.

Strength:

Progynova 2 mg contains Estradiol 2 mg per tablet that is available in the various strengths at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

What Are The Uses Of The Progynova 2 Mg (Estradiol)?

Progynova 2 mg is used for:

• Postmenopausal osteoporosis
• Vaginal/vulvar atrophy
• Hypoestrogenism
• Primary ovarian failure
• End-stage breast cancer
• Postmenopausal osteoporosis
• Prostate Cancer
• Oophorectomy

How Progynova 2 Mg (Estradiol) Works?

Progynova 2 mg containing Estradiol is a female sex hormone produced by the ovaries. It acts by replacing the natural hormone in the body when the latter is deficient.

Before You Use Progynova 2 Mg (Estradiol):

• Make sure that you are not allergic to it
• Make sure that you are not pregnant or breastfeeding
• Make sure that you are not taking alcohol
• Make sure that your doctor knows about your medical history

What Should You Avoid While Taking Progynova 2 Mg (Estradiol)?

• Avoid taking alcohol
• Avoid Grapefruit Juice
• Avoid taking medicines without prescriptions

When Not To Use Progynova 2 Mg (Estradiol)?

You should not take Progynova 2 mg if you:

• Have any allergy to Estradiol
• Have Liver/Kidney/Heart Disease
• Have Migraine
• Got yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes (jaundice) after using it
• Rise in your blood pressure
• Have signs of a blood clot like painful swelling and redness of the legs, sudden chest pain, and difficulty in breathing.
• Have Unexplained Vaginal Bleeding
• Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding
• Have Chest Pain, High Blood Pressure
• Have Breast and Uterus Cancer or other Disorders

Tell Your Doctor If You:

• Have any allergy to Estradiol
• Have Liver/Kidney/Heart Disease
• Have Blood Clotting Disorder
• Have unexplained swelling and pain in your limbs, shortness of breath, headache, or changes in vision
• Have Unexplained Vaginal Bleeding
• Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding
• Have Chest Pain, High Blood Pressure
• Have Breast and Uterus Cancer or other Disorders
• Have any other complication which needs special care in this course or taking any medicines

Dosage:

Progynova 2 mg contains, Estradiol, used for contraception and Osteoporosis. You may find in various strengths and substitutes and should be given on prescription only. You should consult your doctor for dosage and time.

Females are advised to take Progynova 2 mg at a fixed time as instructed by your Doctor. It must be taken with progesterone for contraception. You can start taking this between 21-28 days after you delivery and can start from the first day of your menstruation if you taking it the first time. If you got late to start this course then you have to choose an emergency contraception method for first 7 days of the starting period.

How Much Of The Progynova 2 Mg (Estradiol) to Be Used?

Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Progynova 2 mg.

How To Take The Progynova 2 Mg (Estradiol)?

Progynova 2 mg dose should be taken at a fixed time as directed by your doctor. You should swallow the tablet as a whole with water. Do not chew or crush the tablet. It is better to take it with or without food.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Progynova 2 Mg (Estradiol)?

You are always advised to take Progynova 2 mg as prescribed by your doctor. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. Follow the instructions carefully given by the doctor. You are not advised to take it in smaller or larger amount or for a longer time than recommended.

Overdose?

Contact your doctor immediately if you suspect an Overdose.

Missed Dose?

You should try to take every dose of Progynova 2 mg at a fixed time. But if you are less than 12 hrs late in taking your dose or if you vomit or have diarrhea, take the tablet as soon as possible but if you are more than 12 hrs late then you may seek an emergency contraception. You just need to consult your doctor in that case.

What Are The Side Effects Of The Progynova 2 Mg (Estradiol)?

• Breast pain and tenderness
• Vomiting
• Weight gain
• Dizziness
• Depression
• Back pain
• Headache
• Vaginal discharge with no odor
• Flu like symptoms
• Excessive vaginal bleeding
• Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet 
• Troubled breathing and swallowing
• Discharge from the nipple
• Change in the texture of breast skin and nipples
• Inverted nipples

What Are The Common Drug Interactions?

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Progynova 2 mg. It can produce some adverse effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if you are on other medication or you have pre-existing surgeries and diseases. It interacts with the following medicines:

• Carbamazepine
• Dexamethasone
• Prednisolone
• Tranexamic Acid
• Warfarin
• Thalidomide

This medicine also interacts with following conditions and may cause life threatening effects.

• Heart and Blood Vessel Disorders
• Estrogen dependent Disorders
• Breast and Uterus Cancer
• Vaginal Bleeding
• Pregnancy
• It can also interfere with the lab tests
• Metyrapone test
• Thyroid Function Test

Warning And Precaution:

Progynova 2 mg is contraindicated in conditions like:

• Hypersensitivity
• Dementia
• Jaundice like Problems
• Blood clotting problems and heart disease
• Edema
• Cardiovascular Disorders
• Difference in Vision
• GallBladder Disease and Diabetes
• Pregnant and Breastfeeding women
• Kidney and Liver Diseases
• Always consult your doctor to get best possible treatment

Things To Remember:

• You should go for regular breast screening and cervical smear test while taking this contraceptive.
• Keep out of reach of children
• Always read the information written on the leaflet of medicine.
• Always consult your doctor if you have any doubt regarding dose, time and strength of the Tablet.

Indications:

It should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking this tablet before completion of the course.

Storage:

Store the Progynova 2 mg at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the strip of the tablets should be intact and tablets are not damaged.