Gesterol: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Gesterol Information

Gesterol is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Female Infertility, Hormonal Imbalance. The alternative uses of Gesterol have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Gesterol depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Gesterol include Back Pain, Increased Glucose level in the blood. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gesterol as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gesterol are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Gesterol's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Gesterol related warnings talks about Gesterol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Gesterol is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Breast Cancer, Cervical Cancer are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Gesterol have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Gesterol with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gesterol is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Gesterol Benefits & Uses
Gesterol Dosage & How to Take
Gesterol Side Effects
Gesterol Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Gesterol with Other Drugs
Gesterol Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Gesterol
Gesterol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Gesterol Benefits & Uses

Gesterol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Female Infertility
Hormonal Imbalance

Other Benefits

Gesterol Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Female)	Disease: Amenorrhea Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Gesterol Related Warnings

Is the use of Gesterol safe for pregnant women?

Gesterol may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Gesterol again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Gesterol safe during breastfeeding?

Gesterol may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Gesterol, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Gesterol.

Moderate
What is the effect of Gesterol on the Kidneys?

Gesterol rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Gesterol on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Gesterol. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Gesterol on the Heart?

Gesterol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Gesterol with Other Drugs

Gesterol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Venetoclax

Bosentan

Moderate

Mild

Bromocriptine

Gesterol Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gesterol unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Breast Cancer
Porphyria
Depression
Edema
Cervical Cancer
Ovarian Cancer
Endometrial Cancer
Dementia

Frequently asked Questions about Gesterol

Is this Gesterol habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Gesterol has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Gesterol since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Gesterol should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Gesterol in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Gesterol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gesterol

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Gesterol and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Gesterol

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Gesterol with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Gesterol

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Gesterol with multi-vitamins ?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Gesterol can be taken with multi-vitamins, however, if you are experiencing nausea along with severe constipation stop the multi-vitamin and discuss with your doctor about other alternatives.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Gesterol?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Gesterol 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Gesterol cause nausea?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Gesterol can cause nausea. Initially, even low doses can account for morning sickness during early pregnancy. During an early pregnancy, the progesterone levels are higher which might relax the uterus, stomach, and intestines, causing the excess accumulation of gastric acids and increase the incidences of acid reflux.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Gesterol a steroid?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes,Gesterol is a naturally produced steroid hormone which is produced by the ovaries in a female body, during the second half of the menstrual cycle.