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Cipla Ltd
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Apr-24
Prescription drug
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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013
Other Info - PRA0253

FAQs

Prastova SR Tablet 7's 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.
Prastova SR Tablet 7's 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 Prastova SR Tablet 7's. If prescribed, the doctor may advise you to monitor blood glucose levels regularly while using this medicine.
Prastova SR Tablet 7's 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.
Prastova SR Tablet 7's 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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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known whether Prastova SR Tablet 7's can interact with alcohol. However, avoid or limit consumption of alcohol while on treatment with this medicine.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Prastova SR Tablet 7's is not recommended for use in pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Prastova SR Tablet 7's is not recommended for use in breastfeeding as it may harm your infant. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Prastova SR Tablet 7's may not affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Caution

Prastova SR Tablet 7's should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases as it may cause liver damage and worsen your condition.

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Kidney

Caution

Prastova SR Tablet 7's should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Your doctor may adjust the dose based on your condition.

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Children

Caution

Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose of Prastova SR Tablet 7's based on your child's age and condition.

About Prastova SR Tablet 7's

Prastova SR Tablet 7's 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.

Prastova SR Tablet 7's 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. Prastova SR Tablet 7's 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 Prastova SR Tablet 7's if you are allergic to any contents of it. Prastova SR Tablet 7's is not recommended if you have hormone-sensitive cancers such as prostate, breast or ovarian cancer, high cholesterol, heart diseases, and mood disorders. Prastova SR Tablet 7's is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Prastova SR Tablet 7's should not be used in children and the elderly without a doctor’s advice. Prastova SR Tablet 7's may not affect your ability to drive.

Uses of Prastova SR Tablet 7's

Female infertility

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Medicinal Benefits

Prastova SR Tablet 7's 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).

Directions for Use

Prastova SR Tablet 7's 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.

Side Effects of Prastova SR Tablet 7's

  • Acne

  • Mood changes

  • Headache

  • Fatigue

  • Insomnia

  • Unwanted hair growth or deeper voice in women (hirsutism)

 

Drug Warnings

Prastova SR Tablet 7's can reduce high-density cholesterol (HDL) levels (considered good cholesterol), so it should not be used in people with high cholesterol. Prastova SR Tablet 7's may increase the risk of cancers. So, it should not be taken in high doses or prolonged periods unless prescribed by the doctor.  Prastova SR Tablet 7's may cause urinating problems when used in people with an enlarged prostate. Prastova SR Tablet 7's 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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PrasteroneKetoconazole
Severe
PrasteroneMipomersen
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • VALPROIC ACID
  • LITHIUM
  • FLUOXETINE
  • PAROXETINE
  • SERTRALINE
  • CITALOPRAM
  • CLOZAPINE
  • OLANZAPINE
  • CHLORPROMAZINE
  • PROMAZINE
  • THIORIDAZINE
  • TRIAZOLAM
  • ESTROGEN
  • TESTOSTERONE
  • INSULIN

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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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