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About Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule

Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule belongs to the class of medications called ‘endogenous steroid hormone‘ used in the treatment of vaginal atrophy. When a woman cannot become pregnant within a year of trying, then the condition is called female infertility. If a woman gets pregnant but experiences miscarriages or stillbirths, it is also included in infertility.

Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule contains ‘dehydroepiandrosterone’, which is a hormone. It increases the chances of pregnancy by regulating of ovulation process (release of eggs from the ovary). It acts by increasing the number of eggs produced by the ovary. An egg must be released from the ovary to get fertilized by a sperm cell to get pregnant.

You should take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule may cause side effects such as acne, unwanted hair growth or deeper voice in women (hirsutism), mood changes, headache, fatigue, and insomnia. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, inform your doctor immediately.

It is not recommended to take Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule if you are allergic to any contents of it. Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule is not recommended if you have hormone-sensitive cancers such as prostate, breast or ovarian cancer, high cholesterol, heart diseases, and mood disorders. Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule should not be used in children and the elderly without a doctor’s advice. Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule may not affect your ability to drive.

Uses of Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule

Female infertility

Directions for Use

Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water, so do not crush, chew or break the medicine. The dose and duration are determined by the doctor based on your health condition.

Medicinal Benefits

Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule contains ‘dehydroepiandrosterone’, a hormone naturally produced by the adrenal glands in the body. However, the levels decrease after 30 years of age. So, it is used as a supplement. It helps to improve fertility in women by regulating the ovulation process (release of an egg from the ovary). It also helps to slow down the ageing process and decrease vaginal dryness in postmenopausal women, depression, and osteoporosis (bone thinning).

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule can reduce high-density cholesterol (HDL) levels (considered good cholesterol), so it should not be used in people with high cholesterol. Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule may increase the risk of cancers. So, it should not be taken in high doses or prolonged periods unless prescribed by the doctor.  Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule may cause urinating problems when used in people with an enlarged prostate. Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule may worsen heart problems, liver diseases, blood clotting problems, and polycystic ovarian syndrome (enlarged ovaries with small cysts that cause irregular or prolonged menstrual periods).

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule:
Taking Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule with Carfilzomib can increase the risk of clotting.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule with Carfilzomib can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden loss of eyesight, chest pain, breathing difficulties, coughing up blood, pain, redness, or swelling in an arm or leg, and numbness or weakness on one side of the body, consult a doctor, immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule:
Co-administration of Ketoconazole and Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule may increase the risk of liver damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ketoconazole and Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you have any of the following symptoms: fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, fatigue, lack of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, light stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule:
Taking leflunomide with Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule may increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule with Leflunomide together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, less desire to eat, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
PrasteroneMipomersen
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How does the drug interact with Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule:
Taking Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule with Mipomersen may increase the risk of liver damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule and Mipomersen, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you have any of the following symptoms: fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, fatigue, lack of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, light stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
PrasteroneLomitapide
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How does the drug interact with Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule:
Using Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule with Lomitapide may increase the risk of liver damage.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule and Lomitapide, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you have any of the following symptoms: fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, fatigue, lack of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, light stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule:
Taking Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule with Teriflunomide may increase the risk of liver damage.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule and Teriflunomide, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you have any of the following symptoms: fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, fatigue, lack of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, light stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do regular exercise and physical activity. Maintain a healthy weight. Besides this, weight-bearing exercises can help in making your bone strong. Aerobics, yoga, and activities like tai chi may help relax the body and mind.

  • Consume a healthy diet, including food rich in antioxidants, fibre-rich foods, and high-fat dairy. Cut down on carbs or limit refined carbs.

  • Try to be stress-free to improve your mood swings due to hormonal fluctuations.

  • Limit caffeine intake.

  • Quit smoking and limit alcohol consumption as these can be risk factors for female infertility.

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FAQs

Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule contains the hormone 'Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA).' It is produced by the body naturally. However, after 30 years, the levels begin to fall. As a result, it is a supplement for women who are having difficulty getting pregnant. DHEA works by stimulating the ovary to produce more eggs. This effect increases the likelihood of pregnancy.

Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule may interfere with the action of insulin, a hormone that regulates glucose levels in the body. So, inform your doctor that you have diabetes before taking Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule . If prescribed, the doctor may advise you to monitor blood glucose levels regularly while using this medicine.

Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule may cause side effects such as acne, unwanted hair growth or deeper voice in women (hirsutism), mood changes, headache, fatigue, and insomnia. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, inform your doctor immediately.

Ovisterone Sr 75mg Capsule may treat depression. However, you should take this medication after discussing with the doctor the possible risks and benefits associated with this medicine.

Female infertility can be cured in most cases by an appropriate therapy such as medicines, surgery, assisted reproductive technology (ART) such as in-vitro fertilization (IVF), or a combination of these therapies. The doctor will suggest a suitable treatment depending on the cause of your infertility.

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Disease/Condition Glossary

Female Infertility: When a woman cannot become pregnant within a year of trying, the condition is called female infertility. If a woman gets pregnant but experiences miscarriages or stillbirths, it is also included in infertility. It can occur due to ovulation disorders (problems with ovaries), damage to the fallopian tubes and problems with the uterus or cervix. The risk factors include age, being overweight or obese, smoking, alcoholism and sexually transmitted infections.

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