Gestoford 200mg Strip Of 10 Oral/Vaginal/Rectal Capsules
Gestoford 200 MG Description
Gestoford Oral/Vaginal/Rectal Capsule contains micronized progesterone as its active ingredient. This medicine is used for the treatment of gynaecological disorders associated with inadequate levels
of progesterone hormone in the body. Progesterone is a female hormone synthesized in the body naturally and plays a key role in regulating the menstrual cycle and maintaining pregnancy. This medicine works by supplying adequate levels of progesterone hormone and imitating its action in the body. It is used for the treatment of disorders related to the female reproductive cycle, infertility, irregular menses and abnormal uterine bleeding.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹263.50 |
You Save | ₹46.50 (15% on MRP) |
Contains | Progesterone(200.0 Mg) |
Uses | Gyenocological disorders |
Side effects | Drowsiness, bloating, diarrhoea, spotting, breast tenderness |
Therapy | DRUGS FOR FEMALE INFERTILITY |
Uses of Gestoford 200 MG
- For the treatment of premenstrual syndrome, absence of menses, irregular menses and abnormal uterine bleeding.
- To support the early phase of pregnancy in women who have experienced vaginal bleeding during early pregnancy and have inadequate or low levels of progesterone.
- For the treatment of infertility, preventing preterm delivery and mood disorder following childbirth.
- Hormone replacement therapy in women having menopause. It is given along with estrogen to post-menopausal women.
- This medicine is also used to support pregnancy and fertility outcomes during assisted reproductive procedures.
Contraindications of Gestoford 200 MG
- If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of the medicine.
- If you have or ever had breast cancer.
- If you experience abnormal vaginal bleeding which is not being treated.
- If you recently had a heart attack or stroke.
- If you have a blood clotting disorder such as thrombosis, deep vein thrombosis (clots in blood vessels of legs) and blood clots in the lungs.
- If you have any liver disease.
Side effects of Gestoford 200 MG
- Drowsiness, abdominal bloating and breast tenderness when taken orally.
- Soreness, diarrhoea, flatulence and irritation or dryness when used via the vaginal or rectal route.
- Short menstrual cycle or intermittent bleeding or spotting.
Precautions and Warnings of Gestoford 200 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You experience abnormal vaginal bleeding or have a vaginal infection.
- You have epilepsy, migraine, asthma, liver, heart or kidney dysfunction, diabetes, photosensitivity and you are a breastfeeding mother, careful observation is required.
Mode of Action of Gestoford 200 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Gestoford 200 MG
- Gestoford Oral/Vaginal/Rectal Capsule must be used as directed by your doctor.
- Gestoford if prescribed by your doctor for oral use, then it should be taken one hour before or after the meal.
- If you are advised for vaginal use, then wash hands before use. Use the applicator for inserting the medicine into the vagina. Do not use any other product on the vagina.
Interactions of Gestoford 200 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Certain medicines affect the way Gestoford Oral/Vaginal/Rectal Capsule works or Gestoford itself can affect the action of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, herbals you are currently taking or might take before taking this medicine.
- Especially, if you are taking an antifungal medicine containing ketoconazole inform your doctor.
Storage and disposal of Gestoford 200 MG
- Store it in a cool and dry place, away from sunlight.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Gestoford 200 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How Gestoford Oral/Vaginal/Rectal Capsule should be taken?
- If you are advised to take it orally, then the Gestoford Oral/Vaginal/Rectal Capsule can be taken one hour before or after taking food when it needs to be taken orally.
- If you are advised for vaginal use, then wash hands before use. Use the applicator for inserting the medicine into the vagina. Do not use any other product on the vagina.
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