Gestoford 300 SR Tablet
Manufacturer
Leeford Healthcare Ltd
Salt Composition
Progesterone (300mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Gestoford 300 SR Tablet is a natural female sex hormone, progesterone, used to treat menstrual and pregnancy-related issues caused by hormonal imbalance.
Dosage Form
Tablet SR
Introduction
Gestoford 300 SR Tablet is also prescribed along with estrogen as a part of hormonal replacement therapy for preventing endometrial hyperplasia (thickening of the lining of the uterus). It should be taken with food and at the same time each day to get the most benefit. You should continue taking it for as long as your doctor has told you, even if you feel well. The most common side effects include headache, breast pain, irregular vaginal bleeding or spotting, stomach or abdominal cramps, bloating, nausea and vomiting, hair loss, edema, and vaginal yeast infection. Side effects are more common during the first few weeks and usually lessen as your body gets used to the medicine. You may also experience bleeding or spotting between your periods; consult with your doctor if it happens frequently. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have or have had breast cancer, unusual bleeding in the vagina, or liver disease. You will probably have several tests both before and during treatment to check your womb. Also, tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. In general, it is advisable to avoid alcohol and smoking.
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. Gestoford 300 SR Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Gestoford 300 SR 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
Gestoford 300 SR 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Gestoford 300 SR Tablet?
Gestoford 300 SR Tablet is a micronized natural progesterone hormone that is extracted from plants and has properties similar to human progesterone. The micronization process reduces the size of the progesterone particles, enhancing its dissolution and absorption, which provides better availability in the body and decreases side effects.
What is Gestoford 300 SR Tablet used to treat?
Gestoford 300 SR Tablet is used to treat various disorders, including secondary amenorrhea, support pregnancy, prevent premature labor, and treat bleeding disorders that may occur before menopause. It may also be used as part of fertility treatment, hormone replacement therapy after menopause, and to relieve symptoms of premenstrual syndrome and painful bleeding.
Can you take Gestoford 300 SR Tablet every day?
Yes, Gestoford 300 SR Tablet can be taken daily. It is usually prescribed to be taken once daily in the evening or at bedtime, with the duration of prescription varying from 10-12 days a month to 25 days a month, depending on your health condition and doctor's guidance.
Does Gestoford 300 SR Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, taking Gestoford 300 SR Tablet may cause weight gain due to water retention. However, this is generally not a serious sign, and you should contact your doctor if you are concerned about your weight gain. The risk of weight gain is lower when taken with estrogen as a combined pill, but it is essential to consult your doctor before starting any hormonal therapy.
Is Gestoford 300 SR Tablet safe?
Yes, Gestoford 300 SR Tablet is considered safer compared to synthetic progesterone due to its smaller size, which allows for easier absorption and reduces side effects such as fluid retention, reduced HDL cholesterol levels, headaches, and mood disturbance.
How is progesterone beneficial for fertility and pregnancy?
Progesterone is a crucial hormone in fertility, helping to prepare the uterus for pregnancy and maintain it. Gestoford 300 SR Tablet (natural micronized form of progesterone) is used to support the uterus in preparing itself for pregnancy and preventing premature labor in cases of infertility and to prevent abortions in some cases.
