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Gestofit 300Mg Tablet Sr

Manufacturer :  Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Natural Micronised Progesterone
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Gestofit 300Mg Tablet Sr

Gestofit is used in hormone replacement therapy. It reduces menopause symptoms and the risk of cancer of the uterus. It corrects menstrual disorders and can also be used as contraception.

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to it, or have a heart, blood vessel, or liver disorder. You should not use it if you have had a miscarriage, experience abnormal vaginal bleeding.

Doctors recommend to take this medicine at bedtime with sufficient amount of water for as long as prescribed. The duration of action of each dose is based on factors like your age, dosage form, etc. In case of overdosing contact your doctor immediately.

    What are the uses of Gestofit 300Mg Tablet Sr

    • Post Menopausal Hormonal Replacement Therapy

    • Amenorrhoea

    • Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding

    • Endometrial Hyperplasia

    • Premenstrual Syndrome

    • Contraception

    What are the contraindications of Gestofit 300Mg Tablet Sr ?

    What are the side effects of Gestofit 300Mg Tablet Sr ?

    Key highlights of Gestofit 300Mg Tablet Sr

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Please consult your doctor before using this medication.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

    What are the substitutes for Gestofit 300Mg Tablet Sr ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Gestofit 300Mg Tablet Sr , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication binds to the progesterone and estrogen receptors. The target cells are mammary gland, female reproductive tract, the pituitary and hypothalamus. When the binding takes place the release of GnRH is slowed and the luteinizing hormone rush.

      What are the interactions of Gestofit 300Mg Tablet Sr ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Medicine

        Medicine

        Do not use this medication in combination with Carbamazepine, Ketoconazole, Insulin, Phenobarbital, Venetoclax and Edoxaban.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Disease

        Patients suffering from Breast cancer, liver disease, Thromboembolism, Depression and Retinal thrombosis should exercise caution while using this medication.

      FAQs about Gestofit 300Mg Tablet Sr

      • Ques : What is Gestofit 300Mg Tablet Sr?

        Ans : Gestofit is a medication which has Progesterone as an active element present in it. This medicine performs its action by stimulates luteal actions, changes in uterus and vagina.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Gestofit 300Mg Tablet Sr?

        Ans : Gestofit is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Post menopausal hormonal replacement therapy, Amenorrhoea, Dysfunctional uterine bleeding, Endometrial hyperplasia, and Progesterone deficiency during pregnancy.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Gestofit 300Mg Tablet Sr?

        Ans : Side effects include chest pain and discomfort, Fever and chills, Difficulty in passing urine, Breast pain and tenderness, Muscle or joint pain, White or brownish discharge from the vagina, Headache, Dizziness, Depression, Viral infections, Breast lumps, Loss of vision or blurred vision, Unexpected vaginal bleeding, Convulsions (seizures), Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet , Constipation or diarrhea, Nausea or Vomiting, Hot flashes, and Hair loss or thinning of the hair.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Gestofit 300Mg Tablet Sr?

        Ans : Gestofit should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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