Gestofit 200 Capsule, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Female Infertility, Hormonal Imbalance. Secondary and off-label uses of Gestofit 200 Capsule have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Gestofit 200 Capsule depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Gestofit 200 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 Gestofit 200 Capsule side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gestofit 200 Capsule are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Gestofit 200 Capsule's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Gestofit 200 Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gestofit 200 Capsule related warnings section.
Gestofit 200 Capsule 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 Gestofit 200 Capsule have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Gestofit 200 Capsule have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gestofit 200 Capsule is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Gestofit 200 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.
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Is the use of Gestofit 200 Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Gestofit can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Gestofit, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Gestofit 200 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Gestofit. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Gestofit 200 Capsule on the Kidneys?
Gestofit rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gestofit 200 Capsule on the Liver?
Gestofit can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Gestofit 200 Capsule on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Gestofit on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gestofit 200 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gestofit 200 Capsule habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Gestofit 200 Capsule is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Gestofit 200 Capsule since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Gestofit 200 Capsule only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gestofit 200 Capsule is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gestofit 200 Capsule
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Gestofit 200 Capsule, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gestofit 200 Capsule
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Gestofit 200 Capsule.
Gestofit 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, Gestofit 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.
Yes, it may cause bleeding in some women of child-bearing (21-45) age while they are taking Gestofit. 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.
Gestofit is available in oral form as well as in topical form as a cream. The medicine should be taken as prescribed by the physician.
Yes, Gestofit can be taken after ovulation.
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)
