Norgestimate
Generic medicine reference
Not yet clinically reviewed
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Overview
Norgestimate is a progestogen structurally related to levonorgestrel. Norgestimate is used as a part of progestogenic part of combined oral contraceptives.
Indications
Norgestimate is primarily indicated in conditions like Oral contraception.
Contraindications
Norgestimate is contraindicated in conditions like Breast cancer, Circulatory system disease, Liver diseases, Genital bleeding, Disturbance of lipid metabolism.
Side Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Norgestimate, which give rise to further complications include Hypertension. Norgestimate produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Venous thromboembolism, Ischemic heart disease, Cerebrovascular disease. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Norgestimate therapy. The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Norgestimate include Nausea, Vomiting, Vaginal bleeding. The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Norgestimate are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Headache, Nausea, Weight gain, Acne, Depressive moods, Changes in libido, Anorexia, Cerebral hemorrhage, Retinal thrombosis, Change in menstrual flow, Edema, Spotting, weakness, Breast tenderness, Abdominal pain, Galactorrhea, Nervousness, Somnolence.
Warnings
It should be used with caution in patients with any allergy (especially drug allergy), abnormal vaginal bleeding, liver, kidney or heart disease, cancer of the breast or genitals, missed abortion, blood clots, seizures, migraine, asthma, depression or diabetes. Limit alcohol, as this may increase side effects of this drug. It should be used with caution while performing tasks requiring mental alertness (e.g. driving) as this drug may cause drowsiness.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Paediatrics, Cardiac / Hypertensive Patients, patients suffering from Liver Malfunction, and Neonates.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
1 tab (1 (1)) 24 hourly PO —
Child Dosage
No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Norgestimate was found.
Storage
Store in a well closed container. Tab Protect from Sunlight.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No brands are recorded for this generic.