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Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Female Infertility, Hormonal Imbalance. The alternative uses of Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule also has some side effects, the most common being Back Pain, Increased Glucose level in the blood. While these are the most often observed Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Breast Cancer, Cervical Cancer must refrain from the use of Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Gestafine. It is best to stop taking Gestafine immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Gestafine can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule on the Kidneys?
Gestafine has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Gestafine. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule on the Heart?
Gestafine is rarely harmful for the heart.
Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule
Information about the interaction of Gestafine 100 Mg Capsule and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Gestafine is a female sex hormone which is produced by the ovaries following ovulation. This hormone plays an important part during the menstrual cycle and helps in the maintenance of pregnancy.
Gestafine is available in oral form as well as in topical form as a cream. The medicine should be taken as prescribed by the physician.
No, Gestafine doesn't cause anxiety. Instead, it alleviates anxiety by getting metabolized into allopregnanolone which has calming effects.
Gestafine helps in regulating the menstrual cycle. It prepares the uterus for pregnancy. After ovulation every month, it thickens the uterine wall to prepare to receive the fertilized egg, however, if there is no fertilization, the levels of progesterone drop and menstruation begins. In case of fertilization the fertilized egg implants in the uterine wall, progesterone helps maintain the thickness of the uterine wall throughout the duration of pregnancy.
Yes, it may cause bleeding in some women of child-bearing (21-45) age while they are taking Gestafine. But it has been observed that pregnant women may experience uterine bleeding due to the low progesterone levels. Hence taking this hormone may rectify low progesterone levels.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prometrium (progesterone)