Gestakind-SR Tablet

Short Description

Gestakind-SR Tablet is a vasodilator and uterine relaxant used to treat premature labor and peripheral vascular diseases.

Dosage Form

Tablet SR

Introduction

Gestakind-SR Tablet can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablets whole with a glass of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. Dizziness is the most common side effect of the medicine. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. To lower the chance of dizziness, you must rise slowly if getting up from a sitting or lying position or avoid driving or attention requiring activities. Before taking the medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart problems or bleeding disorders. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. You must avoid taking part in any strenuous or stressful activities to prevent premature labor.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Gestakind-SR Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Gestakind-SR Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Gestakind-SR Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Gestakind-SR Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Gestakind-SR Tablet is a beta-adrenergic agonist. It works by preventing the contractions of the smooth muscles in the uterus. Thus it relaxes the uterus to prevent premature labor. It also helps in widening blood vessels to increase blood flow thereby improving blood circulation to certain parts of the body (such as the hands/feet, brain). Therefore it also treats peripheral vascular disease.

You have been prescribed Gestakind-SR Tablet for the treatment of premature labor. It may also be used in the treatment of peripheral vascular diseases. Avoid stress or any kind of strenuous activity to prevent premature labor Gestakind-SR Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. Inform your doctor if you experience a rash or irregular heartbeats or if you have bleeding disorders, glaucoma or heart disease.