Gufigest 400mg Tablet SR
Manufacturer
Gufic Bioscience Ltd
Salt Composition
Progesterone (Natural Micronized) (400mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Gufigest 400mg Tablet SR is a natural female sex hormone, progesterone, used to treat menstrual and pregnancy-related issues caused by hormonal imbalance.
Dosage Form
Tablet SR
Introduction
Gufigest 400mg Tablet SR 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. Gufigest 400mg Tablet SR is to be taken with food.
How it works
Gufigest 400mg Tablet SR 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
Gufigest 400mg Tablet SR 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 Gufigest 400mg Tablet SR?
Gufigest 400mg Tablet SR is a micronized progesterone hormone, extracted from plants and processed to match human progesterone properties. This micronization process reduces the size of natural progesterone particles, enhancing its dissolution and absorption in the body, which improves availability and decreases side effects.
What conditions does Gufigest 400mg Tablet SR treat?
Gufigest 400mg Tablet SR is used to treat various disorders. It supports pregnancy, prevents premature labor, treats bleeding disorders before menopause, may be part of fertility treatment, and can be given as hormone replacement therapy after menopause. It also relieves symptoms of premenstrual syndrome and painful bleeding like in dysfunctional uterine bleeding.
Can Gufigest 400mg Tablet SR be taken daily?
Yes, Gufigest 400mg Tablet SR can be taken every day. The usual prescription duration varies from 10-12 days a month to 25 days a month, and the specific number of days will depend on your individual health condition.
Does taking Gufigest 400mg Tablet SR cause weight gain?
Taking Gufigest 400mg Tablet SR may cause weight gain due to water retention. However, contact your doctor if this is a concern for you. The risk of weight gain is generally less when taken with estrogen as a combined pill.
Is Gufigest 400mg Tablet SR safe?
Yes, Gufigest 400mg Tablet SR is safer compared to the normal synthetic progesterone. Its smaller size helps the body absorb it easily and reduces side effects like fluid retention, reduction of HDL cholesterol levels, headaches, and mood disturbance.
How does progesterone support fertility and pregnancy?
Progesterone is a crucial hormone in fertility that helps prepare the uterus for pregnancy and maintain it. Gufigest 400mg Tablet SR (natural micronized form of progesterone) is given as a medicine to support the uterus in preparing itself for pregnancy, prevent abortions in some cases, and prevent premature labor.
