Loeva 400mg Tablet SR

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Composition FOR Loeva 400mg Tablet SR

Progesterone (Natural Micronized)(400mg)

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Loeva 400mg Tablet SR is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Loeva 400mg Tablet SR. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Loeva 400mg Tablet SR is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Loeva 400mg Tablet SR 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Loeva 400mg Tablet SR

Progesterone (Natural Micronized)(400mg)

Loeva tablet sr uses

{med_name} is used for hormone replacement therapy and female infertility. It is also used to restore menstruation in women with secondary amenorrhea (the absence of menstrual cycles).

How loeva tablet sr works

Loeva 400mg Tablet SR is a progesterone (female hormone). It helps to establish and maintain pregnancy. It also prevents the increase in thickness of the endometrium (lining of the uterus) caused by estrogen.

Common side effects of loeva tablet sr

Abdominal pain, Sleepiness, Absence of menstrual periods, Itching, Flatulence, Nausea, Depression, Breast tenderness, Abnormal vaginal bleeding, Altered menstrual cycle, Edema (swelling), Change in body weight, Changes in cervical secretion, Cholestatic jaundice, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Red spots or bumps, Acne, Hair loss, Excessive hair growth on face, Anaphylactic reaction, Fever, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Soreness, Diarrhea, Vaginal irritation, Vaginal dryness, Dementia, Deep vein thrombosis (blood clot in the legs), Myocardial infarction, Stroke, Pulmonary embolism, Breast cancer, Abdominal bloating, Headache, Breast pain, Vomiting, Vaginal yeast infection

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Expert advice FOR Loeva Tablet SR

  • Progesterone (Natural Micronized) is a natural progesterone available as a micronized formulation which helps in better absorption of this medicine.
  • It is used as a part of hormone replacement therapy generally in combination with an estrogen.
  • It may also be used in the treatment of problems related to menstrual periods such as amenorrhea (absence of periods).
  • It also helps in the maintenance of pregnancy in women who are at higher risk of miscarriage.
  • It should be taken with food.
  • It may cause sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery.

Frequently asked questions FOR Loeva 400mg Tablet SR

Progesterone (Natural Micronized)

Q. What is Loeva 400mg Tablet SR?
Loeva 400mg Tablet SR is a type of progesterone hormone which is extracted from plants, but its property matches with the human progesterone. This medicine undergoes a process called micronization where the size of the natural progesterone is reduced. The small size of the progesterone particles enhances its dissolution and absorption. This provides better availability of Loeva 400mg Tablet SR in the body and decreases its side effects.
Q. What is Loeva 400mg Tablet SR used to treat?
Loeva 400mg Tablet SR is used to treat various disorders. It is given to women with secondary amenorrhea (no menstruation for 3 months in women who have had their menses before). It is used to support pregnancy, prevent premature labor, and treat bleeding disorders that may occur before menopause. It may be used as a part of fertility treatment and may be given as hormone replacement therapy after menopause. It is also given to relieve symptoms of premenstrual syndrome and painful bleeding like in dysfunctional uterine bleeding.
Q. Can you take Loeva 400mg Tablet SR every day?
Yes, Loeva 400mg Tablet SR can be taken every day. It is usually prescribed to be taken once daily in the evening or at bedtime. The usual duration of prescription may vary from 10-12 days a month to 25 days a month. However, the number of days for which you will need to take this medicine in each cycle will be suggested by your doctor depending upon your health condition.
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Q. Does Loeva 400mg Tablet SR cause weight gain?
Yes, taking Loeva 400mg Tablet SR may cause weight gain. The weight gain may be due to water retention and may not be a serious sign. However, contact your doctor in case your weight gain is worrying you. The risk of weight gain is generally less if Loeva 400mg Tablet SR is taken with estrogen as a combined pill. But, do not start any hormonal therapy without consulting your doctor.
Q. Is Loeva 400mg Tablet SR safe?
Yes, Loeva 400mg Tablet SR is safer as compared to the normal synthetic progesterone. Its smaller size helps the body absorb it easily and reduces the side effects like fluid retention, reduction of HDL cholesterol levels, headaches and mood disturbance.
Q. How is progesterone beneficial for fertility and pregnancy?
Progesterone is a very crucial hormone in fertility. It is the hormone secreted by the ovaries that helps prepare the uterus for pregnancy and maintain it. Loeva 400mg Tablet SR (natural micronized form of progesterone) is given as a medicine in cases of infertility to support the uterus in preparing itself for the pregnancy and to prevent the abortions in some cases. It is also used to prevent premature labor.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)