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Gestonorm is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Female Infertility, Hormonal Imbalance. Secondary and off-label uses of Gestonorm have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Gestonorm is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Gestonorm also has some side effects, the most common being Back Pain, Increased Glucose level in the blood. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gestonorm as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Gestonorm go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Gestonorm's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Gestonorm has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Gestonorm related warnings section.
Gestonorm can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gestonorm in conditions like Liver Disease, Breast Cancer, Cervical Cancer. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gestonorm contraindications section.
Additionally, Gestonorm may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gestonorm is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Gestonorm 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 Gestonorm safe for pregnant women?
Gestonorm can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Gestonorm, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Gestonorm safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Gestonorm. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Gestonorm on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Gestonorm on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Gestonorm on the Liver?
Gestonorm may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Gestonorm on the Heart?
Side effects of Gestonorm rarely affect the heart.
Gestonorm 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 Gestonorm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gestonorm habit forming or addictive?
Gestonorm does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Gestonorm does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Gestonorm should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gestonorm is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gestonorm
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Gestonorm, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gestonorm
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Gestonorm with alcohol will be.
Gestonorm 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, Gestonorm helps in reducing the weight by regulating thyroid hormone and maintaining insulin levels. It acts as an anti-inflammatory agent and a natural sleep inducer. Eat healthy meals and indulge in physical activities to keep a check on weight. If you still experience increase in weight discuss with your doctor to investigate underlying causes of your weight gain.
Gestonorm 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.
Yes, acne has been reported in people taking Gestonorm. However, the role of Gestonorm remains unclear in acne formation because of lack of exact scientific research on the same.
No, Gestonorm doesn't cause anxiety. Instead, it alleviates anxiety by getting metabolized into allopregnanolone which has calming effects.
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)