cantogest injection - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is cantogest injection used for?
Anin 500mg Injection (Hydroxyprogesterone) is used to treat GYNAECOLOGICAL. It contains Hydroxyprogesterone (500mg), which Synthetic progestogen that mimics the effects of natural progesterone.. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Hydroxyprogesterone
- Manufacturer: Alicanto Drugs Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ cantogest injection Uses & Benefits
Luteal phase support in assisted reproductive technology, recurrent pregnancy loss, preterm labor prevention.
Off-label uses: Endometriosis, dysfunctional uterine bleeding.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Hydroxyprogesterone |
| Brand Name | Anin 500mg Injection |
| Manufacturer | Alicanto Drugs Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | GYNAECOLOGICAL |
| Action Class | Progestins (First generation) |
| Route of Administration | Intramuscular injection. |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Synthetic progestogen that mimics the effects of natural progesterone.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take cantogest injection
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of cantogest injection
โ Common Side Effects
- Injection site pain
- Nausea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Breast tenderness
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Thromboembolism
- Jaundice
- Depression
- Vision changes
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Anaphylaxis
- Cholestatic jaundice
- Cerebral thrombosis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Rifampin | Major | Decreased hydroxyprogesterone efficacy due to increased metabolism. |
| Ketoconazole | Major | Increased hydroxyprogesterone levels and risk of side effects. |
| Warfarin | Moderate | Possible decreased anticoagulant effect. |
๐จ Major Interactions
- CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampin, carbamazepine, phenytoin)
- CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, ritonavir)
โก Moderate Interactions
- Warfarin
- Corticosteroids
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Antidiabetic agents
- Antihypertensives
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No known interaction.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Known hypersensitivity, thromboembolic disorders, severe hepatic disease, undiagnosed vaginal bleeding, pregnancy (except for specific indications).
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Liver function tests, signs of thromboembolism, pregnancy status.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; use with caution.
๐ Overdose Management
Discontinue drug; symptomatic and supportive care.
โฐ Missed Dose
Administer as soon as remembered; if close to next dose, skip missed dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.