Susten 200 SR (Progesterone)

What is Susten 200 SR?

Susten 200 SR Tablet is a prescription medication containing natural micronized progesterone (200 mg), a vital female hormone, in a sustained-release formulation. Manufactured by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., it is designed to release progesterone gradually, ensuring consistent hormone levels. It addresses progesterone deficiency, supporting reproductive health by regulating menstruation and maintaining pregnancy. Progesterone prepares the uterus for pregnancy by thickening the endometrial lining and prevents premature uterine contractions.

Benefits

• Sustained Hormone Delivery: The sustained-release formulation provides steady progesterone levels, improving efficacy and reducing dosing frequency.

• Supports Pregnancy: Enhances uterine lining thickness, reducing miscarriage risk and supporting early pregnancy in women with progesterone deficiency.

• Regulates Menstruation: Induces periods in women with secondary amenorrhea, restoring regular menstrual cycles.

• Relieves Menopausal Symptoms: In hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen, it mitigates symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings, and vaginal dryness while preventing endometrial hyperplasia.

Susten 200 SR (Progesterone) Uses

• Female Infertility: Supports luteal phase in assisted reproductive technologies (e.g., IVF) to improve embryo implantation and pregnancy success.

• Threatened Miscarriage: Maintains pregnancy in women with a history of recurrent miscarriages due to low progesterone levels.

• Secondary Amenorrhea: Treats absence of periods in non-menopausal women by inducing menstruation.

• Hormone Replacement Therapy: Used with estrogen to prevent endometrial thickening in menopausal women and manage menopausal symptoms.

• Menstrual Disorders: Addresses irregular or abnormal uterine bleeding caused by hormonal imbalances.

Side Effects

• Common: Headache, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, bloating, abdominal pain, breast tenderness, hot flashes, vaginal discharge, joint pain, or mood changes. These are generally mild and resolve as the body adjusts.

• Serious (Rare): Blood clots (e.g., deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism), severe allergic reactions (rash, swelling, difficulty breathing), jaundice, or abnormal vaginal bleeding. Seek immediate medical attention if these occur.

• Other: Hair loss, fluid retention, vaginal yeast infection, or depression. Consult a doctor if persistent or severe.

• Precautions: Contraindicated in patients with breast, uterine, or liver cancer, undiagnosed vaginal bleeding, blood clots, or liver disease. Use cautiously in patients with asthma, epilepsy, diabetes, kidney/heart conditions, or a history of depression. Avoid smoking and excessive alcohol, as they increase blood clot risk. Inform your doctor of all medications to avoid interactions (e.g., with anticoagulants, anticonvulsants, or antifungals).