Gestofit 400 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Female Infertility, Hormonal Imbalance. The alternative uses of Gestofit 400 Tablet have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Gestofit 400 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Gestofit 400 Tablet include Back Pain, Increased Glucose level in the blood. Some other side effects of Gestofit 400 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Gestofit 400 Tablet 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gestofit 400 Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Gestofit 400 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gestofit 400 Tablet related warnings section.
Gestofit 400 Tablet 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Gestofit 400 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Gestofit 400 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Gestofit 400 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Gestofit 400 Tablet 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 400 Tablet 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 400 Tablet 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 400 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Gestofit rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gestofit 400 Tablet 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 400 Tablet 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 400 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gestofit 400 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Gestofit 400 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Gestofit 400 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Gestofit 400 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gestofit 400 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gestofit 400 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Gestofit 400 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gestofit 400 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Gestofit 400 Tablet.
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
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prometrium (progesterone)
