C-Hop 300mg Tablet SR (10'S)

Prescription
Prescription Required: Consult the Doctor & Get Your ePrescription

C-Hop 300mg Tablet SR is also prescribed along with estrogen as a part of hormonal replacement therapy for preventing endometrial hyperplasia (thickening of the lining of the uterus).  It should be taken without food, preferably in the evening or at bedtime. It should be taken at the same time each day to get the most benefit. You should continue taking it for as long as your doctor has told you to, even if you feel well. 



Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

C-Hop 300mg Tablet SR is a progesterone (female hormone). It helps to establish and maintain pregnancy. It also prevents the increase in thickness of the endometrium (lining of the uterus) caused by estrogen.

Pharmacokinets

Progesterone is used by the sublingual route at dosages of 50 to 150 mg three to four times per day. A single 100 mg sublingual dose of Luteina has been found to reach mean peak progesterone levels of 13.5 ng/mL after 1 to 4 hours, with an elimination half-life of about 6 to 7 hours.

Side Effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of C-Hop

Abdominal bloating

Abdominal pain

Dizziness

Headache

Depression

Breast tenderness

Hot flushes

Vaginal discharge

Joint pain

Urinary incontinence

Contra Indications

Contraindications of progesterone include hypersensitivity to progesterone or progestogens, prevention of cardiovascular disease (a Black Box warning), thrombophlebitis, thromboembolic disorder, cerebral hemorrhage, impaired liver function or disease, breast cancer, reproductive organ cancers, undiagnosed vaginal

Pregnancy Related Information

C-Hop 300mg Tablet SR is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.


Product And Alcohol Interaction

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with C-Hop 300mg Tablet SR. Please consult your doctor.


Breast Feeding Related Information

C-Hop 300mg Tablet SR is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.


Children Related Information

Use with caution Below 9years: Contraindicated

Indications

Progesterone is used to help prevent changes in the uterus (womb) in women who are taking conjugated estrogens after menopause. It is also used to properly regulate the menstrual cycle and treat unusual stopping of menstrual periods (amenorrhea) in women who are still menstruating.

Interactions

breast malignancy.

liver disease.

thromboembolism.

depression.

fluid retention.

glucose intolerance.

retinal thrombosis.

thyroid function tests.

Typical Dosage

Do not chew, crush or break it. C-Hop 300mg Tablet SR is to be taken empty stomach.

Storage Requirements

Store below 30°C


Effects Of Missed Dosage

Do not chew, crush or break it. C-Hop 300mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Effects Of Overdose

Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Expert Advice

C-Hop 300mg Tablet SR is used in the treatment of female infertility and as a part of hormone replacement therapy.

It regulates menstrual cycles, treats heavy bleeding, and prevents thickening of the uterus.

It is also used to restore menstruation in women with secondary amenorrhea (the absence of menstrual cycles).

It should be taken without food, preferably in the evening or at bedtime.

It may cause sleepiness or drowsiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how C-Hop 300mg Tablet SR affects you.

It may cause bleeding or spotting in between menstrual periods. Let your doctor know if this occurs frequently.

How To Use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. C-Hop 300mg Tablet SR is to be taken empty stomach.


FAQs

Q. Can you take C-Hop 300mg Tablet SR every day?

Yes, C-Hop 300mg Tablet SR can be taken every day. It is usually prescribed to be taken once daily in the evening or at bedtime. The usual duration of prescription may vary from 10-12 days a month to 25 days a month. However, the number of days for which you will need to take this medicine in each cycle will be suggested by your doctor depending upon your health condition.

Q. Does C-Hop 300mg Tablet SR cause weight gain?

Yes, taking C-Hop 300mg Tablet SR may cause weight gain. The weight gain may be due to water retention and may not be a serious sign. However, contact your doctor in case your weight gain is worrying you. The risk of weight gain is generally less if C-Hop 300mg Tablet SR is taken with estrogen as a combined pill. But, do not start any hormonal therapy without consulting your doctor.

Q. How is progesterone beneficial for fertility and pregnancy?

Progesterone is a very crucial hormone in fertility. It is the hormone secreted by the ovaries that helps prepare the uterus for pregnancy and maintain it. C-Hop 300mg Tablet SR (form of progesterone) is given as a medicine in cases of infertility to support the uterus in preparing itself for the pregnancy and to prevent the abortions in some cases. It is also used to prevent premature labor.