Gestoc 200mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Octane Biotech Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Progesterone (Natural Micronized) (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Gestoc 200mg Tablet is a natural female sex hormone, progesterone, used to treat menstrual and pregnancy-related issues caused by hormonal imbalance.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Gestoc 200mg Tablet is a natural progesterone available as a micronized formulation which helps in better absorption of this medicine. It is used as a part of hormone replacement therapy generally in combination with an estrogen. It may also be used in the treatment of problems related to menstrual periods such as amenorrhea (absence of periods). It also helps in the maintenance of pregnancy in women who are at higher risk of miscarriage. It should be taken with food. It may cause sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery.
Directions for Use
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. Gestoc 200mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
headache breast pain irregular vaginal bleeding or spotting stomach or abdominal cramps bloating nausea and vomiting hair loss edema vaginal yeast infection
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Gestoc 200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Gestoc 200mg 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
Gestoc 200mg Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
How it works
Gestoc 200mg Tablet is a progesterone (female hormone). It helps to establish and maintain pregnancy. It also prevents the increase in thickness of the endometrium (lining of the uterus) caused by estrogen.
Quick Tips
Gestoc 200mg Tablet is a natural progesterone available as a micronized formulation which helps in better absorption of this medicine. It is used as a part of hormone replacement therapy generally in combination with an estrogen. It may also be used in the treatment of problems related to menstrual periods such as amenorrhea (absence of periods). It also helps in the maintenance of pregnancy in women who are at higher risk of miscarriage. It should be taken with food.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the key characteristics of Gestoc 200mg Tablet?
Gestoc 200mg Tablet is a type of progesterone hormone that is extracted from plants, but its properties match those of human progesterone. It undergoes a process called micronization, which reduces the size of the natural progesterone and enhances its dissolution and absorption in the body.
What conditions are treated with Gestoc 200mg Tablet?
Gestoc 200mg Tablet is used to treat various disorders, including secondary amenorrhea (no menstruation for 3 months in women who have had their menses before), support pregnancy, prevent premature labor, and treat bleeding disorders that may occur before menopause. It may also be used as part of fertility treatment and hormone replacement therapy after menopause.
How is Gestoc 200mg Tablet administered?
Gestoc 200mg Tablet can be taken every day, usually prescribed to be taken once daily in the evening or at bedtime. The duration of prescription may vary from 10-12 days a month to 25 days a month, depending on individual health conditions.
What are the potential side effects of Gestoc 200mg Tablet?
Taking Gestoc 200mg Tablet may cause weight gain due to water retention, which is generally less likely if taken with estrogen as a combined pill. However, it's essential to consult a doctor before starting any hormonal therapy.
Is Gestoc 200mg Tablet safe for use?
Yes, Gestoc 200mg Tablet is considered safer compared to synthetic progesterone due to its smaller size, which facilitates easier absorption and reduces side effects such as fluid retention, reduced HDL cholesterol levels, headaches, and mood disturbances.
What role does progesterone play in fertility and pregnancy?
Progesterone is a crucial hormone for fertility, helping prepare the uterus for pregnancy and maintaining it. Gestoc 200mg Tablet (natural micronized form of progesterone) may be used as medicine to support the uterus in preparing itself for pregnancy and prevent premature labor.
